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Special Advisor to the UN World Tourism Organisation to provide closing address at UK Policy Forum
The Business of Events can announce Anita Mendiratta, Special Advisor to the Secretary General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and Dr Helge A Wurdemann, Professor and Chair of Robotics and Head of the Soft Haptics & Robotics Lab at University College London as the final speakers for the UK Policy Forum, which will… Read more
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Senthil Gopinath, CEO of ICCA, among latest speakers confirmed for UK Policy Forum
The Business of Events is pleased to announce its latest confirmed speakers and contributors ahead of its UK Policy Forum, which takes place on 8th November at IET London: Savoy Place. The strong line-up includes Senthil Gopinath, CEO of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Chris Gallon, CEO EMEA, Clarion Events, Laura Wilson, Head of Convention… Read more
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Events Industry Alliance publishes its key policy asks
The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) has published its new policy asks in their second Parliamentary event as they look towards the next general election. The event was attended by the Science, Innovation and Technology John Whittingdale OBE and Shadow Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell, in addition to CEOs from across the exhibitions and business events… Read more
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UK Policy Forum: first speakers and contributors confirmed
The strong line-up includes BBC Newsnight Political Editor Nicholas Watt, major event producer Martin Green CBE, Identity’s Michael Gietzen, Theresa Villiers MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events, and Shonali Devereaux, who will moderate the event. Read more
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The Belfry Hotel & Resort announced as latest partner
The Business of Events has confirmed The Belfry Hotel & Resort as its latest official UK Policy Forum partner. As one of the country’s leading resorts and a major regional hub for meetings and events, The Belfry will contribute invaluable insights and expertise to support discussions focused on the ongoing growth of the industry. The invitation only… Read more
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A Cultural Crisis is threatening the UK, the Government must act now
Nick Morgan (pictured), CEO of The Fair and Chair of UKEVENTS Outdoor Events Working Group calls on the Government for tax relief for the live events sector In the vibrant heart of the UK lies a cultural phenomenon that has enchanted the world for generations: our festival, music, and cultural events. These events have not… Read more