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The NATO Summit kicked off at Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, Wales yesterday and continues today (5th September). Chief Operating Officer Ian Edwards believes the major event could provide a springboard for securing more major events in Wales.

Britain's best-known natural history film-maker Sir David Attenborough delivered the opening address at the landmark Conference for Nature, held at Church House Conference Centre yesterday (3rd September).

Birmingham’s International Convention Centre (ICC), part of the NEC Group, has seen an increase in delegate numbers at conferences held at the venue over the last 12-18 months, according to a number of its association clients.

Event professionals have supported the claim from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) that airport expansion is critical to the UK's economic growth.

During September, Perth Racecourse is hosting a showcase of Scotland’s finest and freshest produce as part of a celebration of the country’s best food and drink.

The HBAA, a trade association for the hotel booking agency and venue community, has revealed that demand for its Annual Forum is at an all-time high with the event recording its biggest number of pre-registrations.

According to VisitBritain's International Passenger Survey (IPS), more than eight million international business visitors travelled to the UK in the 12 months to June 2014, equating to a 5% increase year-on-year.

The wait is nearly over, with just under a week to go until the doors open on a leading national expo and conference that is coming to the North.

International Confex has confirmed partnerships for the 2015 show with the Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), the International Special Events Society (ISES) and the HBAA.

The multi-million investment that is transforming the heart of Telford has been commended by John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, following a recent tour of the region.