GLASGOW AS A TOURIST DESTINATION

Early day motion 1333, tabled 9 January 2006 by David Marshall (Labour). Signed by 36 members.

That this House welcomes the publication of the latest Frommers prestigious major tourist guidebook which is regarded as the travellers' bible and which lists the City of Glasgow among the world's top 10 up and coming destinations for 2006; notes that the American company describes Glasgow as cosmopolitan and modern and praises many aspects of the City including its Victorian architecture, museums, fine art and contemporary galleries, the Burrell art collection, the many music venues and public parks and lists Glasgow in its top 10 of interesting, affordable destinations; further notes that Glasgow is an excellent shopping destination; and hopes that many more people from all over the world will visit Glasgow as a result of Frommers' recommendation.

Signatures by party: Labour 26, Conservative 4, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Scottish National Party 1.