Tourism

Lord Hill of Oareford Excerpts
Wednesday 30th January 2013

(11 years, 9 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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My Lords—

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My Lords, I declare an interest as Constable of the Tower of London, which received 2.5 million visitors last year, 70% of whom came from overseas. Will the Minister indicate what he is doing to encourage the UK Border Force to present not only a secure but a welcoming entry into this country so that queues and the grumpy attitude seen on some occasions do not deter people from visiting this country and our wonderful attractions?