Hospitality sector wants ‘consistency on business rates’ amid ongoing pressure
The UK hospitality sector is calling for greater consistency in business rates policy, as recent government measures deliver mixed outcomes across venues, according to legal experts. The comments follow the Treasury’s announcement that pubs and music venues in England will receive a 15% discount on business rates from April, alongside a two-year freeze on increases. […]
Research highlights need for AI skills among event professionals
A white paper authored by The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau and Ottawa Tourism highlights the accelerating integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the global association conference and event sector, underscoring the ‘urgent need for widespread upskilling’ in the use of the technology, as well as a need to understand the ethical implications of its […]