VisitBritain/VisitEngland have been working across the industry and with the UK Government to ensure that tourism is able to recover as quickly as possible once restrictions are lifted. They have also been talking to destination management organisations about how they coordinate their destinations coming out of lockdown. 

Dear colleagues,

Following the Government’s revised guidance, we are working closely with local and national partners on our plans for the future.

On behalf of the tourism industry, VisitBritain/VisitEngland have sent a paper to the Cabinet Office detailing how government can help the tourism industry recover from COVID-19.

Government departments are hosting a series of free webinars to help businesses understand the support available including: 

England’s Coast Ambassador is a FREE online training programme that will put you one step ahead by enhancing your knowledge of the coast, improve your customer service and help understand the needs of international visitors.

Dear colleagues,

As you know we have taken the decision to furlough some of the team at Northumberland Tourism in line with the Government’s Job Retention Scheme.