§ Mr. EvansTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what discussions he has had with the First Secretary with regard to aid to tourism in Wales after the effects of foot and mouth. [7735]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyI meet the First Secretary regularly to discuss a range of issues, including measures to alleviate the impact of this year's outbreak of foot and mouth disease.
The Government, in partnership with the Assembly, British Tourist Authority and Wales Tourist Board, are taking every opportunity to promote tourism in the UK. The British Travel Authority has launched a £14 million advertising campaign, aimed at persuading tourists frightened by foot and mouth disease to come to Britain.