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Finalists revealed for 2024 West Midlands Tourism Awards

15.09.2023

The finalists for the 2024 West Midlands Tourism Awards have been shortlisted, with 35 of the region’s top tourism businesses competing in 14 categories.  

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Commonwealth Games economic programme delivers 2,600 jobs

31.07.2023

  • Programme aimed at maximising economic opportunities of the Commonwealth Games comes to a close 
  • Since launching in 2021, Business and Tourism Programme (BATP) has helped to deliver record levels of tourism and investment in the West Midlands, including 2,600 jobs  
  • End to BATP marked by event at Library of Birmingham, with benefits expected to continue until 2027. 
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VisitBritain / VisitEngland announces new Birmingham base

19.07.2023

  • National tourism agency selects Birmingham as destination for its new headquarters from April 2024
  • Birmingham and wider West Midlands’ connectivity, talent pool and successful delivery of 2022 Commonwealth Games cited as reasons for VisitBritain/VisitEngland’s relocation to the region
  • Move highlights West Midlands’ important contribution to the visitor economy
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Turkish Airlines become the Most Sustainable Airline

18.07.2023

Turkish Airlines, a leading player in the aviation industry with its sustainability-focused initiatives, has been awarded the title of "Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline" by World Finance, a respected organisation in the international finance world. This is the second consecutive year that the flag carrier brand has received this award.

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