Industry leaders call on UK Government to intervene in energy crisis

Live entertainment industry organisations have called on the UK Government to take urgent action to support businesses that are set to be stung by rocketing energy bills this winter. A survey by the Music Venue Trust found that about 30% of its 941 venues are facing the threat of permanent closure without a solution to …

NTIA “disappointed” in COVID passes in England as venues and clubs struggle

Chief executive of the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), Michael Kill, has said the organisation is “disappointed” that UK Members of Parliament voted in to law the use of COVID-19 passports for nightclubs and venues in England. COVID passes are mandatory and enforceable in England from today (Wednesday), with proof of double vaccination needed to …