The Meetings Industry Association (MIA) and Manchester Central have joined the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) as its latest corporate members.
They will be joining a growing group of influential organisations already supporting the APPG, including beam, SEC, Racoon Media, Experience Oxfordshire, Togather, Hire Association Europe, and the Association of Event Venues (AEV).
Shonali Devereaux, Chief Executive of the MIA, said: “The MIA is committed to advocating for venues, agents, suppliers, and professionals across the UK, and this platform allows us to do that at the highest level.
Collaboration with policymakers is critical to fostering a sustainable and thriving business events sector.”
Lori Hoinkes, Chief Executive of Manchester Central, said: “I’m delighted to officially join the APPG for Events. It’s so important that we continually advocate for our industry and this forum is integral to maintaining meaningful dialogue between industry leaders and Parliament.”
The APPG, which is chaired by Shaun Davies, MP for Telford, now has a total of 43 members, including 34 Parliamentarians and nine corporate members.