WTTC Hails London as a Model for Growth as Global Travel Leaders Gathered for WTM
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed the launch of the new Oxford Street traffic-free zone in London, supporting its view that the…
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Tourism
Tourism Businesses Face Continued Pressures as Confidence Falls
New figures unveiled at Cumbria Tourism’s November Members’ Meeting show continued pressure on tourism businesses across the county, with rising costs, reduced consumer spending and concerns around future viability all weighing on confidence.
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Hoteliers Could Face Up to 14 Years in Jail for Evading Visitor Levy Under New Bill
Hoteliers and other accommodation providers in England who deliberately dodge a proposed overnight visitor levy could be jailed for up to 14 years, under legislation…
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Extended Summer Season Provides Boost to UK Hotel Industry
The extended summer period, helped by unseasonably warm weather, provided a boost to hoteliers in September but there are tougher months ahead for the sector, according to the RSM UK Hotels Tracker.
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Pubs say “cavalry” failed to arrive as Healey’s Budget leaves VAT untouched
Pub and hospitality leaders have given Chancellor John Healey’s Autumn Budget a cautious and often critical reception. They welcomed targeted business rates relief and a…
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Spotlight Shines on North as VisitBritain Hosts Global Tourism Gathering in Manchester
VisitBritain and Marketing Manchester are extending a warm Northern welcome to more than 30 top international travel buyers and media as they host the inaugural ‘Spotlight Manchester: Gateway to Northern England and North Wales’.
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The Social Hub Submits Plans for £200 Million Edinburgh Destination
The Social Hub has submitted plans to reimagine a long derelict site in Edinburgh as a £200 million hospitality and community powerhouse, unlocking new housing…
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MPs call for 10% VAT Pilot on Food and Accommodation in Northern Ireland to Support Hospitality Sector
The VAT rate on hospitality food and accommodation in Northern Ireland should be cut to 10% for a trial period of four years to help…
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New Travellers and Destinations to Reshape Europe’s Tourism Map by 2036, New Report Reveals
Europe’s tourism market will be reshaped over the next decade by new travellers, new destinations and changing demand patterns, according to a new report from hospitality group Accor.
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New Webpage Promotes Careers in Bristol’s Hotels
A new webpage has been launched to encourage people to consider careers in Bristol’s vibrant hotel sector and give businesses an opportunity to highlight their…
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UK’s Inbound Visitor Economy Forecasts Resilient End to 2026
The latest research from UKinbound’s Business Barometer reveals a resilient outlook for the UK’s inbound visitor economy, with nearly three-quarters (73%) of businesses expecting bookings,…
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Chancellor urged to unlock Scotland’s tourism growth in Autumn Budget
The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) has called on the Chancellor to back one of Scotland’s most important industries in this month’s Autumn Budget, with action…
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Scotland’s First Flat-Rate Visitor Levy Plan Highlights Unanswered Questions FSB Say
Argyll & Bute Council is being urged to address significant unanswered questions on its proposals for a £5 flat-rate visitor levy amid fears over the…
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Experience Economy Booms as Immersive Attractions Generate £7.4bn in Spending
People seeking escapism, face-to-face interaction and shared cultural moments are driving a boom in the Experience Economy, according to new research from Grant Thornton UK….
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Hoteliers End Summer on a High but Tourist Tax Risks Stifling Demand
The UK hotel industry ended the summer on a high, driven by a run of major events, but fears are growing that the government’s tourist…
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