UKEVENTS,
the umbrella organisation for the UK events industry, is set to highlight the sector to MPs with an
exhibition in Parliament.
The exhibition will be in the Upper Waiting Hall of the Palace of Westminster from 3-6
February 2025. The event will provide an opportunity for MPs to engage directly with industry leaders
and understand the role of the events sector in driving economic growth
and fostering community development.
The exhibition will highlight key industry
achievements, including:
- £61.653 billion annual economic contribution from
customer spend
- Over 700,000 jobs in the creative, hospitality and visitor economy
supported across the country
- In excess of £200 billion in trade, inward investment, science,
innovation and knowledge exchange facilitated
Glenn Bowdin, chair of UKEVENTS, emphasised the
importance of face-to-face engagement with parliamentarians. He said:
"Direct interaction with MPs is vital for our industry's future. This
exhibition allows us to showcase the events sector's significant economic
impact and its role in promoting innovation, attracting international visitors,
and creating jobs.
“By engaging with parliamentarians in person, we
can effectively communicate our industry's needs and potential, ensuring that
the UK remains a leading destination for hosting world-class events."
The exhibition will facilitate opportunities for parliamentarians
to have one-on-one discussions with industry experts representing UKEVENTS and
covering all aspects of business and outdoor event activities. Key policy
proposals to be presented include:
- Development of a National Events Strategy and introduction of tax
incentives to fuel growth in number of events held across the nation
- Alignment of business events with key industrial strategies
- Expansion of VisitBritain's highly successful and productive
Business Events Growth Programme
UKEVENTS is inviting all MPs to attend the exhibition and contribute to shaping the future of the UK's events
industry.
