Welsh Language Commissioner publishes consultative document on new standards for use of Welsh language

WELSH Language Commissioner Meri Huws has published a set of proposed new standards that could force public bodies to increase significantly their commitment to providing services in Welsh. It follows the passing of the Welsh Language Measure at the National Assembly, which gave equal status in Wales to English and Welsh. Ms Huws said: “What we’ve started today is a process of consultation. I felt it was important to engage in a discussion around a draft body of Standards. ……….We would like individuals and organisations to respond”. The document states that everything from telephone calls to publicity, exhibitions, signage, and websites will... Read More

EU consultation on the European Tourism Label for Quality Systems Initiative

The EU has launched a consultation on the 'European Tourism Label for Quality Systems Initiative'…snappy title huh? Read More

Visit Britain issues business plan for 2012/13

In its recent business plan, Visit Britain states that its aim is to improve Britain’s global position as one of the world’s top destinations, generating media coverage with an advertising equivalent value of £400 million. It will achieve this through the continued roll out of the GREAT Britain marketing programme and the showcasing of Britain around the Olympic Games to ensure positive coverage in the world’s media. Overall in 2012/13 Visit Britain aims to deliver £375 million in visitor spend to help generate jobs and rebuild the British economy. To obtain a copy of the business plan visit http://www.visitbritain.org/Images/Business%20Plan%202012%2013%20final%20external_tcm29-32440.pdf  ... Read More

Waste. What to do with it?

Efforts to ensure that any Government moves to encourage reductions in food and packaging waste within the Hospitality industry by 2015 remain industry-led, self-regulatory, legislation-free and within realistic delivery targets have taken a positive turn in Wales after strong interventions by Wales Tourism Alliance, member organisation British Hospitality Association and the Institute of Hospitality. All three met with Welsh Government and WRAP Cymru officials to voice concerns about failing to respond to industry criticisms and, while repeating the industry’s support for the concept of reducing waste, made it clear that efforts must be practical and fit in with meeting the demands... Read More