Interview with Nick Varney - General Election 2015

The transcript discusses Chancellor George Osborne's misleading comments on tourism, focusing on the importance of the industry to the UK economy. It highlights the debate over VAT reduction for tourism services, the potential impact of departmental changes, and the economic benefits of tourism, particularly for youth employment. The challenges of tourism competitiveness and the UK's declining position in global markets are also addressed.

What are the potential consequences of the proposed cuts to the tourism sector?

What has been the trend in Britain's tourism industry over the past 30 years?