Dr. ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what was the total budget of the Wales tourist board in 1988–89 and 1989–90; and how much money was allocated to its north Wales office during both years.
§ Mr. Wyn RobertsThe WTB's gross budget was £11,381,000 for 1988–89, and £13,692,000 for 1989–90. The board operates three regional offices in Swansea, Machynlleth and Colwyn Bay. The 1988–89 provision for the Colwyn Bay office was £471,260 and the corresponding figure for 1989£90 is £516,500. These funds are primarily for salaries and general administration. Much of the board's other expenditure, although administered from Cardiff, is of direct benefit to north Wales.