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adobestockhelsinkiSeptember 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
VisitBritain launches We’re Good To Go industry safety standardJune 25, 2020VisitBritain launches We’re Good To Go industry safety standardTo ensure a nationwide standard-led approach to reopening the UK’s visitor economy, VisitBritain has launched the ‘We’re Good To Go’ industry standard and supporting mark.Mia responds to lack of guidance with support initiativesJune 25, 2020Mia responds to lack of guidance with support initiativesThe Meetings Industry Association has launched a series of support initiatives to help the events industry reopen.Keele University conference team assists Covid-19 test effortJune 25, 2020Keele University conference team assists Covid-19 test effortAs part of a national programme to develop antibody tests to track the level of Covid-19 infection in the community, Keele University has assisted in the delivery of what is normally event space to be transformed into a Clinical Trial Unit.Covid-19 recovery: What countries are reopening?June 25, 2020Covid-19 recovery: What countries are reopening?While the Covid-19 virus remains a global threat, some countries are cautiously reopening their borders and industries.Helsinki launches toolbox for virtual meetingsJune 25, 2020Helsinki launches toolbox for virtual meetingsThe Helsinki Convention Bureau has launched the ‘Helsinki Method’ to help event planners create successful virtual and hybrid events.Fast Forward 15 virtual charity event raises more than £5,000June 24, 2020Fast Forward 15 virtual charity event raises more than £5,000The first virtual Fast Forward 15 charity fundraiser brought together more than 300 event professionals to raise more than £5,000. The Soaring 20’s event celebrated 100 years of inspirational women, featuring inspirational talks and performances.MPs set to debate petition calling for assistance for industryJune 23, 2020MPs set to debate petition calling for assistance for industryMPs are set to debate a petition calling for the UK government to offer economic assistance to the events industry during Covid-19.'Shameful' lack of industry support in PM's lockdown relaxationJune 23, 2020'Shameful' lack of industry support in PM's lockdown relaxationUK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the relaxation of lockdown restrictions in England, including the reopening restaurants, pubs, hairdressers, nail bars, hotels and bed and breakfasts, as long as shared facilities are kept clean.London City Airport reopens following positive traveller confidence surveyJune 23, 2020London City Airport reopens following positive traveller confidence surveySince the demand for travel fell in March, London City Airport has been used by government officials and military but is now reopen to the public with new safety measures in place.Events R Talented launches 2020/21 fundraising programmeJune 22, 2020Events R Talented launches 2020/21 fundraising programmeEvents R Talented, a talent-show initiative set up by event industry professionals to raise money for charities worldwide, is getting ready to launch its 2020/21 fundraising programme.Show More
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