Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Jeff Smith and Stephanie Peacock

Thursday 18th June 2026 Commons Chamber

[Stephanie Peacock]

I will take no lessons from the hon. Gentleman, given the inheritance from the previous Conservative Government. If he had been paying any attention—I know he does not usually sit on the Front Bench—he would know that I have indeed committed to increasing visitor numbers. I regret his talking down our tourism industry, especially with the Isle of Wight festival starting today. It is going from strength to strength and I wish it the very best of luck.

[Jeff Smith (Manchester Withington) (Lab)]

9. What steps her Department is taking to help support UK artists touring in Europe.