Good Jobs Consultation
NITA, in partnership with HATS, are preparing a response to the Good Jobs Consultation for the tourism industry and in preparation, we will be running a webinar in partnership with CFR to provide an overview of the main elements of the consultation and to get your feedback. The consultation documents are available HERE. Please register
Electronic Travel Authorisation – Activity Updates
NITA have continued to engage with politicians on the concerns of industry regarding the Nationalities and Borders Bill which has been given Royal Assent and work is starting on the secondary legislation. It is at this stage that the details of the introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation will be developed and we have an
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Judith Owens MBE Appointed as Chair of NI Tourism Alliance
Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance (NITA), the voice for Tourism in Northern Ireland is pleased to announce the appointment of Judith Owens MBE, Chief Executive of TBL International as the new chairperson of NITA.
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Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance addresses NI Affairs Committee
The Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance (NITA) addressed the NI Affairs Committee in the House of Commons to raise their concerns on the possible introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
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NITA Welcomes the Economic Recovery Action Plan
Dr Joanne Stuart, CEO of NITA joined the Minister for the Economy as she announced the publication of the Economic Recovery Action Plan which sets out a road map to rebuilding the economy from the impact of the pandemic. The Plan focuses on 4 key areas innovation, investment and a skilled workforce.
New tourism skills funding guide launched
The HATS network has partnered with the Department for the Economy to produce a guide on funded skills support available to help hospitality and tourism businesses retain talent through this difficult time and develop the skills needed for the future.
NI travel agents and tour operators urge Stormont to deliver tailored financial support
ABTA – The Travel Association, ANITA (Association of Northern Ireland Travel Agents) and NITA (The Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance) are urging the Northern Ireland Executive to deliver tailored financial support for travel agents and outbound tour operators in recognition of the unique circumstances they are facing
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£31 Million Invested in Tourism Recovery and Future Growth
Tourism NI has highlighted early signs of success for its investment across a range of programmes, initiatives and campaigns to support the recovery of the tourism sector throughout Northern Ireland.
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HATS Recruitment Campaign | Addressing the staffing crisis
Roisin McKee, Project Director, HATS Network speaks to us about the current skills shortage in the sector and the campaign developed in partnership with Tourism NI to help promote career opportunities the industry.
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Tourism Northern Ireland & Tourism Ireland – GB Market Update
As the industry continues to recover, now more than ever it is vital to stay informed on our close to home markets
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Shared Island Dialogue Series on Tourism
Looking at the past 20 years of tourism of co-operation on the island and discussing how it has developed between north and south since signing the Good Friday Agreement and the successes that have been achieved since then.