- by foxnews
- 08 Apr 2025
ABTA Calls for Government Action to Boost UK Outbound Travel and Drive Economic Growth
New data from ABTA – the Travel Association – reveals that the UK's outbound travel sector contributed £51.6 billion to the national economy in 2023. This marks a 5% increase from 2019, when the figure stood at £49 billion.
- by travelandtourworld
- 05 Dec 2024
- in travel
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According to ABTA, this growth highlights the significant role the outbound travel industry plays in both national and local economies, supporting 818,000 jobs across the UK. The association emphasizes that with the right policies, the sector can contribute even further to the Government's growth objectives.
ABTA has expressed a strong desire to collaborate with the Government to unlock the full potential of the travel industry. Key policy areas for collaboration include:
Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive of ABTA said:
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