§ Mrs. Dunwoodyasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what information he has as to the introduction by the Spanish Government of legislation to ban timeshare touts from the streets of Spain; and if he will introduce similar legislation for the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. HowardI have no information about proposed Spanish legislation specifically to control timeshare salesmen but I understand that several British companies operating in Spain have already decided to modify their selling methods. I have no plans at present to introduce such legislation in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. Michael Cocksasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what timeshare developers have requested supplies of the consumer leaflet called "Your Place in the Sun"; and which have indicated that they will be issuing the leaflet to their customers.
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§ Mr. HowardHeavy demand for the leaflet has precluded detailed recording or analysis of the requests, many of which are made by telephone. I will, however, write to the right hon. Member shortly.
§ Mr. Michael Cocksasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many timeshare developers' offers of gifts he has referred to the Advertising Standards Authority; and what was the adjudication in each case.
§ Mr. HowardI regret that the information requested is not readily available but I will write to the right hon. Member as soon as possible.