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Event professionals have supported the claim from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) that airport expansion is critical to the UK's economic growth.

During September, Perth Racecourse is hosting a showcase of Scotland’s finest and freshest produce as part of a celebration of the country’s best food and drink.

The HBAA, a trade association for the hotel booking agency and venue community, has revealed that demand for its Annual Forum is at an all-time high with the event recording its biggest number of pre-registrations.

According to VisitBritain's International Passenger Survey (IPS), more than eight million international business visitors travelled to the UK in the 12 months to June 2014, equating to a 5% increase year-on-year.

The wait is nearly over, with just under a week to go until the doors open on a leading national expo and conference that is coming to the North.

International Confex has confirmed partnerships for the 2015 show with the Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), the International Special Events Society (ISES) and the HBAA.

The multi-million investment that is transforming the heart of Telford has been commended by John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, following a recent tour of the region.

Manchester Live, Marketing Manchester’s annual destination showcase, is returning to London on 9th September with a refresh which will see a new one-to-one appointment format incorporated to encourage more engaging meetings and a better quality business exchange.

Many of London's most well-known cultural institutions are coming together in a new initiative to promote the capital's exceptional autumn season, as forecasts show over two million tourists are expected to visit a exhibitions and events taking place throughout the city.

The Britain for Events campaign has launched a new hashtag for social media campaigns which is designed to promote National Events Month in October.