TOUR OF BRITAIN AND NORTH WALES

That this House congratulates the organisers of this year's Tour of Britain cycling race for a spectacular first stage; notes that the stage began on Anglesey and passed through Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbigshire and Flintshire before finishing in Wrexham; commends the spectators for a fantastic atmosphere throughout the race; believes that the race showcases North Wales' ability to host international sporting competitions; welcomes the benefit to tourism and businesses that the Tour brings; calls for the Tour of Britain to return to North Wales in the near future; and wishes competitors the best of luck in the remaining stages of the race.