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UKEVENTS confirms updated Executive Committee and Working Groups
UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation for the UK events industry, is pleased to announce key changes to its executive committee. Chris Skeith OBE (main picture, right) and Susan Tanner have been reappointed to the executive committee, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to the organisation. Priya Narain has stepped down from the executive committee and her role as… Read more
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Global Destination Report 2023: Download now
The Business of Events’ Global Destination Report 2023 has been released. Download the report here. The report was unveiled during a session at IBTM World, 28th November. Research and lead generation agency, SFA Connect (SFA) were appointed in August 2023 by The Business of Events (TBOE) and their management company Davies Tanner (DT) to conduct… Read more
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Events Economy Tracker Q3 2023: Revenue Per Delegate sees summer drop and September surges
Q3 2023 experienced a typical summer dip in July and August, yet September stood out with a significant surge in confirmed events, marking the highest level in recent years. Notably, forward bookings exhibited signs of softening, presenting a nuanced picture of the industry’s trajectory. Read more
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Briefing Note: Chancellor’s Autumn Statement November 2023
As widely trailed, there were tax cuts for business, reductions in national insurance, along with extensions in business rates reductions for hospitality and leisure businesses and full expensing on business investment – all of which will be welcomes by businesses of all shapes and sizes. But, when it comes specifically to the events sector, was… Read more
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IBTM World: The Business of Events Impact Stage agenda
This year The Business of Events has helped curate content for the destination stream on the Impact Stage at IBTM World, which takes place in Barcelona from 28th to 30th of November 2023. The sessions have been curated with advocacy in mind, and we’ll showcase what work is being done to drive business events forwards… Read more
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Sound Check: While music gets the spotlight, let’s ensure business and outdoor events aren’t left in the silent disco
By Michael Hirst OBE, Chair of the UKEVENTS Advocacy and Government Relations Working Group In the world of events, recognition and support are pivotal to fostering a thriving industry which delivers on government priorities in growing the visitor and wider economy. The recent announcement of a £5 million grant by Arts Council England for the… Read more