Debates between Lord Harlech and Lord Kennedy of Southwark during the 2024 Parliament

Tue 26th Nov 2024

Wales

Debate between Lord Harlech and Lord Kennedy of Southwark
Tuesday 26th November 2024

(3 weeks, 6 days ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Kennedy of Southwark Portrait Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Lab Co-op)
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Let us hear from the noble Lord, Lord Harlech.

Lord Harlech Portrait Lord Harlech (Con)
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I am grateful to the noble Lord. Tourism is one of the most important areas for the Welsh economy. Indeed, many farmers and farming families have diversified into tourism. They are already reeling from the Budget announcement, but today the Welsh Government are going to put in place a levy on overnight tourist visitors. How can this be in any way good for growth and prosperity of Wales?