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Call for dedicated minister as tourism costs rise


Published on 2025-03-16 02:40:37 - BBC
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  • The head of a regional tourism industry body is calling for a dedicated minister to help the sector to grow and raise its profile within government. Pete Waters, executive director of Visit East of England, says tourism is worth
  • 12bn pounds a year to the local economy and could grow very quickly with the right encouragement.

The article from MSN discusses the rising costs in the UK's tourism sector, which have led to calls for the appointment of a dedicated tourism minister. The tourism industry, a significant contributor to the UK economy, is facing challenges such as increased expenses for accommodations, food, and attractions, which are deterring both domestic and international visitors. Industry leaders argue that a specialized minister could better address these issues by focusing on strategies to reduce costs, enhance infrastructure, and promote sustainable tourism. This comes at a time when the sector is still recovering from the impacts of the global health crisis, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for government intervention to ensure the sector's competitiveness and growth.

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