Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to meet with the Tourism and Digital Tech Minister, Sir John Whittingdale MP at Boringdon Hall Hotel in Plympton.
For those of us who live locally, we are likely to know Boringdon Hall for its fabulous Spa or outstanding restaurant if we're celebrating or enjoying a special treat with friends and family. But if you are visiting Plymouth, you'll book it because of its Five Star reputation as you explore all that Plymouth and South Devon have to offer.
It was great to meet hotel General Manager, Matieu with John and to discuss its success and how the hotel is contributing to the tourist offer here in South West Devon.
I also used the meeting with John to discuss the double-edged sword of second homes and short term holiday rentals on many of our communities across South West Devon and also the roll-out of super-fast broadband.
