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September 25, 2026Nine in 10 destinations improve sustainability performance, GDS-Index findsThe latest GDS-Index records its highest average performance since benchmarking began, with 89% of destinations assessed in consecutive years improving their scores and Helsinki retaining the top spot for a third year.Read More

From a dream to reality, In2Events’ Gavin Farley announces Asembl Group

September 20, 2021From a dream to reality, In2Events’ Gavin Farley announces Asembl GroupDuring the Covid‐19 pandemic, when the meeting and events world was turned on its head, Gavin Farley, co‐founder of In2Events Limited was plotting his next venture.

Wales to make NHS Covid pass compulsory for crowded events

September 17, 2021Wales to make NHS Covid pass compulsory for crowded eventsPeople will have to show an NHS Covid pass to attend many events in Wales from next month.

Northern Ireland unveils £1m conference support scheme

September 17, 2021Northern Ireland unveils £1m conference support schemeNorthern Ireland’s Department for Economy has announced a £1 million conference support scheme to help secure more business events in Belfast, Derry and the region.

75 per cent of delegates happy meeting in-person if fully jabbed

September 16, 202175 per cent of delegates happy meeting in-person if fully jabbedThree quarters of delegates are happy to attend in-person events if they are fully vaccinated, a new survey has found.

Decimated: Sector value fell to £1.7bn in 2020, report finds

September 16, 2021Decimated: Sector value fell to £1.7bn in 2020, report findsThe latest edition of the UK Conference and Meeting Survey (UKCAMS) throws into stark relief the huge impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the UK sector, while also providing some tentative timelines and a baseline for recovery.

RepsUnited shows power of connection at inaugural get-together

September 16, 2021RepsUnited shows power of connection at inaugural get-togetherRepsUnited, the newly-formed coalition of UK representation companies, has hosted its first get-together at the Jumeirah Hotel in London.

Vaccine passports form part of government's winter Plan B

September 15, 2021Vaccine passports form part of government's winter Plan BVaccine passports will form part of the government’s Plan B for tackling Covid during autumn and winter in England.

The Meetings Show launches sustainable events course

September 15, 2021The Meetings Show launches sustainable events courseThe Meetings Show has launched a new certification for event and meeting planners looking to drive their organisation’s sustainability strategy.

First details of IBTM World 2021 emerge as registration opens

September 14, 2021First details of IBTM World 2021 emerge as registration opensUnder the theme of ‘New Business, New Tech, New World’, IBTM World Barcelona will focus on one-to-one meetings, educational content and networking opportunities.

Meetings Industry Association appoints Kerrin MacPhie as chief executive

September 13, 2021Meetings Industry Association appoints Kerrin MacPhie as chief executiveThe Meetings Industry Association (mia) has announced it will be appointing Kerrin MacPhie as chief executive when Jane Longhurst retires this autumn.Show More

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