Britain's economy could grow to 500 million pounds after Prince Harry's wedding

The wedding of Prince Harry and actress Megan Mark can additionally provide the British economy with 500 million pounds sterling.

This was reported by  Reuters.

Prince Harry, the grandson of Queen Elizabeth II and the fifth contender in line for the throne, will marry May 19 in the Windsor Castle, where the British kings and queens lived for almost 1,000 years.

The wedding of his older brother Harry Prince William in April 2011 has led to an increase in the number of visitors to Britain by 350 thousand people compared to the same month last year.

Such an economic effect is expected also this time.

According to expert estimates, about 200 million pounds sterling will come from the tourism sector, another 150 million people will spend on parties and celebrations, about 50 million - on t-shirts, caps and other memorable items. About 100 million people will bring Britain's ads around the world.

Earlier, the press service of the royal family published a statement that the wedding of Prince Harry and Megan Mark will take place on May 19, 2018.

Recall before, there was an official announcement of engagement.

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