As the UK election cycle hits its midpoint, campaigns transition to the Manifesto phase, where party leaders detail their policies aimed at improving the lives of citizens.
In a downloadable analysis, Robert Wright, MD of Davies Tanner and The Business of Events, reviews the manifestos of the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democrat parties, focusing on their potential impact on the UK’s event economy.
The Liberal Democrats propose a dedicated Minister for Tourism & Hospitality, promising greater government attention to the events sector. However, their plan to ban further airport expansion could limit international event hosting capacity.
The Conservative manifesto, while lacking direct references to tourism, includes a commitment to Martyn’s Law, enhancing event security. However, an increase in visitor visa fees could deter international business events.
Labour’s manifesto, echoing past strategies, includes no specific event sector mentions but proposes infrastructure changes and improved EU trade relations.
Download the full briefing note to understand how these policies might shape the future of the UK event economy and what a potential Labour government could mean for the sector.