Written questions

Tourism: West Midlands

Commons · Question 2685 · Tabled 19 May 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 28 May 2026

Question

Asked by Sir Andrew Mitchell

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to promote (a) Royal Sutton Coldfield and (b) the West Midlands as destinations for British holidaymakers in summer 2026.

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 28 May 2026

DCMS recognises the contribution of the West Midlands, and the constituency of Sutton Coldfield, to the visitor economy. The upcoming summer 2026 season represents a milestone moment for the region. Birmingham’s hosting of the 2026 European Athletics Cham...