British Tourist Authority (Chairman)

Mr. Adley
asked the Secretary of State for Trade whom he intends to consult about the appointment of the next Chairman of the British Tourist Authority; and if he will ensure that those actively involved commercially in the industry are asked for their views.

Mr. Meacher,
pursuant to his reply [Official Report, 20th December 1976; Vol. 923, c. 30], gave the following information:I shall carry out the appropriate confidential consultations, as is normal when making public appointments of this nature.