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Harrogate Convention Centre appoints Head of Venue Sales and Marketing

Harrogate Convention Centre (HCC) has announced the appointment of Jamila Bray as Head of Venue Sales and Marketing following a competitive recruitment process, a major step forward in strengthening the venue’s strategic leadership during a phase of... Read more

ICC Wales and The Celtic Manor Resort crowned at Eventex Awards

The Celtic Manor Resort and ICC Wales have secured two award wins at this year’s Eventex Awards, one of the industry’s leading global accolades for events and experiential marketing. The Celtic Manor Resort won Gold in the newly created Hotel... Read more

The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

voco is IHG Hotels & Resorts fastest growing premium brand and is known for offering distinct and thoughtful guest experiences. The rebrand follows a significant refurbishment programme which has seen £5.5 million invested over the last twelve... Read more

ABPCO Awards showcase - May 2026

19 May 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

Discover what award-winning excellence really looks like in the association and not-for-profit events sector! In this special insight session, recent ABPCO Awards winners will share the stories behind their standout projects – from the original... Read more

UK firms lose a working month a year waiting for decisions

UK businesses are losing the equivalent of a full working month each year because decisions take too long, according to new research commissioned by The Meetings Show. Managers report losing an average 3.9 hours every week to delayed or unclear... Read more