§ 21. Mr. GroganTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what representations he has received regarding the effect on tourism in England and Wales of liberalising the liquor licensing laws. [72113]
§ Janet AndersonWe have received a number of representations from organisations and individuals in the tourism, hospitality and leisure industry. These have arisen in correspondence, in the course of meetings I have held with trade organisations, and during visits to industry events. I have also met my hon. Friend the Minister with responsibility for fire and emergency planning, liquor, drugs and local elections to make him aware of the importance of this issue to the tourism industry.