The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) – the collective associations of AEO, AEV and ESSA, has published the eighth Size and Scale Index for Exhibitions (SASIE) report.
In a bid to ensure Event Apprenticeships encompass the full spectrum of the industry, a new initiative has been announced, aimed at expanding opportunities beyond the conventional Event Assistant route.
mia's survey, conducted in February 2024, reflects the response of 117 professionals representing organisations within the business meetings and events sector, with 74 (63%) representing an event venue and 37% an event supplier.
In this edition of the Briefing: The Business of Events Plan of Activity for 2024-2025; Report - The Business of Events 'Events Economy Tracker for Q4 2023'; News - Spring Budget 2024: now is the time to lobby a new generation of MPs; Opinion - Spring Budget: Raising the curtain on the UK events sector's potential; Partnership Update - The Business of Events 2024 Partner Prospectus is now live; More news.
The Business of Events (TBOE), the Think Tank and Advocacy Network for the global events sector, has today published its Plan of Activity for 2024/5.
By Michael Hirst OBE, Chair, UKEVENTS Working Group for Advocacy and Government Relations
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 it can offer the Government in terms of supporting its own policy agenda.
The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO), the UK’s only professional body for association conference and not-for-profit event organisers has revealed the success of its members through the release of an Impact Survey.
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).
After many years of looking at the best way to conduct such research and indeed find the funding AFO is delighted to announce that the research is now underway.
With the principal funder of the Events Industry Forum/Purple Guide and supporters from LIVE, NCASS, Music Venues Trust and others we have been able to secure the services of statistician Chris Carey from FFWD Research Group.
UK conference and meeting venues are being encouraged to take part in the 2024 ‘UK Conference and Meeting Survey’ (UKCAMS), which is being launched today. This important research into the UK’s conference and meetings sector, now in its 31st year, has a specific focus on the value and volume of the market and the performance of meeting venues. It also highlights key market trends identified by venues.
UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation for the UK events industry, is pleased to announce key changes to its executive committee.
In the past 12 months, we've witnessed significant strides in defining our sector’s narrative. The events industry has experienced growth, yet challenges persist for the sector. Work on the eagerly awaited UK Events Report 2024 is underway, and the initial consensus is encouraging. However, it's crucial not to become complacent.
VisitBritain has announced that its first ever Association Conference will take place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) in Edinburgh, Scotland on 5-7 February 2024.
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.
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 grassroots music sector is indeed a positive step, demonstrating the government's acknowledgment of the significance of music festivals. However, as we celebrate this allocation, it raises an important question: Are all events being treated equally?
The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) has published the latest Economic Impact Study to quantify the economic significance of exhibitions in the United Kingdom.
Highlighting the value of apprenticeships to the event industry, an increase in funding from £12,000 to £14,000 for the Creative Industries’ Production Technician Apprenticeship is a clear indication of the importance of creating event industry-related apprenticeships. This increase emphasises the value of these apprenticeships and the need to invest in the next generation of event industry professionals.
On 1st November 2023, the Business Travel Association (BTA), the authoritative voice of business travel in the UK, has launched a Manifesto outlining a strategic pathway to tackle industry pressure points and support the UK economy.
The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) has launched its new manifesto and key policy asks in their second Parliamentary event as they look towards the next general election. A cross-party group of MPs, including Government ministers and members of the shadow cabinet, in addition to CEOs from across the business events industry were guests at the reception.
- NOEA Gives Support Behind New Association -
The Event Medical Association, a new body representing medical providers working within the events industry, launched today at The Showman’s Show.
