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Events Economy Tracker Q4 2023: budgets remain tight but in-person appetite remains
In Q4 2023, the conference and meetings industry continued its upward trajectory, culminating in the highest number of events held in November, according to the latest Events Economy Tracker Report by The Business of Events, which uses data by Venue Performance. Download for free here. Typically, December experiences a decline in business activity, as corporate… Read more
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Spring Budget: Raising the curtain on the UK events sector’s potential
Ahead of the Spring Budget on the 6th March 2024, it is important that UKEVENTS lays out its recommendations to His Majesty’s Government on what the events industry can offer the United Kingdom. While the events industry continues to underpin so much in terms of cultural vitality, societal advancement and trade, there is much more… Read more
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SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit a “huge opportunity” for West Midlands, says Mayor Andy Street
Birmingham and the West Midlands’ sporting offer and major events hosting expertise will be thrust back into the global spotlight from 7-11 April when it welcomes the SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit at ICC Birmingham. Read more
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ICCA paints global event picture with latest report
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has released its latest report titled Beyond Borders – How Associations Business Events Bring the World Together, delving into the global impact of business events spanning over six decades. Read more
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British association conference sector in buoyant form, according to ABPCO data
The survey results highlight the fact that 57% of ABPCO members have a portfolio of events generating turnover in excess of £1 million, underscoring the substantial economic impact and leadership of ABPCO members in the association events industry. Read more
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VisitBritain explores event impact at its Association Conference in Edinburgh
VisitBritain, in partnership with MeetEngland, Meet in Wales, VisitScotland Business Events and the Association of British Professional Congress Organisers (ABPCO) explored the importance of ‘impact beyond the plenary’ at its first Association Conference at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC). The conference, which took place from 5-7 February 2024, brought together 80 industry professionals –… Read more