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THE POWER OF EVENTS (UK) is a not-for-profit company established to deliver a comprehensive platform that for the first time provides an overview showcase of the UK Events Industry. It will also provide event analysis and data evaluation to support the UK events community.

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The event industry’s reliance on data to help it plan for the future, increase its resilience, manage risk and justify investment decisions, is growing year on year.

The engagement and access that The Power of Events (UK) has across all 7 sectors of the industry, enables data gathering and in-depth research projects to be delivered confidently and consistently. This will be primarily facilitated through the new insight app to be launched on 28th Sep 2023.

By bringing the industry and university partners together, research projects will be designed to deliver real benefits to the industry in terms of trend analysis, insights and performance improvements.

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Drawn from across the seven core sectors the Power of Events (UK) supporters are committed to showcasing the UK Event Industry.
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The Power of Events (UK) partners are collaborating to share research, data and insights for the benefit of the whole UK Events Industry.
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EICC DISCLOSES CARBON EMISSIONS RECORD IN INAUGURAL IMPACT REPORT
The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has disclosed its carbon emissions record for the last decade in its inaugural Impact Report – revealing a 60 percent reduction in carbon emissions Scope 1 and 2 since 2013, a 41 per-cent reduction in both electricity and waste production, and a 46 percent reduction in water usage.
100K VISITORS, ALMOST 600 EVENTS, 100 SOLD OUT AND 55 COUNTRIES WATCHING ONLINE – EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL CELEBRATES HUGE SUCCESS IN FIRST YEAR IN NEW HOME WITH NEW DIRECTOR JENNY NIVEN
Over 100k visits were made to Edinburgh International Book Festival’s new home at the newly opened Edinburgh Futures Institute from 10-25 August 2024, with ticket and book sales significantly up on previous years, and thousands of curious passers-by exploring and enjoying the new site, amongst the heart of Edinburgh’s festival action.  
INDUSTRY LEADERS TO LAUNCH THE EVENT 100 CLUB
The Showman’s Show, Qdos Event Hire, and the National Outdoor Event Association (NOEA) have partnered to launch the Event 100 Club. The collaboration, borne out of the combined ages of the organisations, as they each celebrate significant anniversaries, will see the launch of an experiential events exhibition at The Showman’s Show this autumn, and the creation of a networking club for industry professionals.
Is Scotland’s Proposed Disposable Plastic Cup Charge Too Low To Work?
Scotland’s proposed 25p charge on disposable plastic cups aims to change behavior and encourage sustainability. But is the charge to low to work?
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POWERED BY FREELANCERS -THE LIVE MUSIC EDITION 2024
LIVE
At LIVE events ltd their aim is to ensure that whole of your event runs smoothly from the initial planning to the event conclusion.
Live Recruitment 2024 Events Industry Salary Survey
LIVE Recruitment
The Live Recruitment 2024 Events Industry Salary Survey is the UK’s most comprehensive source for events salary data and industry insights. It covers benefit packages, salary brackets for specific positions, and key industry trends for the coming year.
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Night Time Economy Report 2024
NTIA
In an era where the vibrancy and sustainability of the night Time economy (NTE) are more critical than ever, the NTIA’s latest Night-time Economy Report 2024 emerges as a beacon of insight and advocacy. This pivotal third iteration of the study is not just a compilation of data; it’s a comprehensive analysis designed to champion the significance of the NTE and its indispensable role within the UK’s broader economic framework.
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Industry Events Calendar
September 24
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PLASA Show
The world of live entertainment technology will once again convene at Olympia London from 1-3 September for PLASA Show 2024, to connect 200+ exhibitors with 5,000+ visitors from all corners of the live sector. PLASA Show will feature cutting-edge technologies from across the stage and studio lighting sectors. Many of the notable brands have featured in major events such as the Coronation Concert, Glastonbury Festival and Eurovision in the UK, to the World Cup in Qatar and the Superbowl in the US. In addition to the plethora of brands and new products, the three-day event will host 70+ keynote talks and interactive panel sessions. Across four dedicated theatre spaces, visitors will hear thought-leaders and technical experts discuss the most talked-about industry issues. Furthermore, PLASA Show offers plenty of practical training sessions and immersive demonstrations. These offer golden opportunities for visitors to get hands-on with – and up close to – […]
September 24
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AEO Conference
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) is pleased to bring you the annual AEO Conference. This event brings together key players within the events industry, offering networking, insight and motivation. With an outstanding speaker line-up delivering inspirational, dynamic and thought-provoking content, the AEO Conference 2024 is fantastic platform from which to debate, learn and share ideas with your peers, which can help shape your organisation and the industry.
September 24
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20/20 presents the Annual UK Conference Venues Showcase
We finish off this year’s 20/20 series of speed networking events with an essential calendar date for all Conference organisers and a banger of an occasion at The 02’s most exciting venue, Toca Social. Set yourself up for a stress-free 2025 by joining us for fantastic half-day of speed networking with the greatest array of A-list venues (over 60 locations represented by the 20 exhibitors), incredible hospitality and catering, plus games in the unique football simulators. Most significantly, you’ll establish the connections during the speed networking that make the difference between losing your mind over event dates/rates and striding through the event jungle each day like event royalty. 4 weeks work done in 4 hours! (note: travel by train from outside London is subsidised up to £100)
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