Conferences and exhibitions will be permitted to go ahead from 1 October 2020
Boris Johnson said the final decision would depend on infection data and that local authorities would have powers to close events if there was a danger to the public. There will be a series of pilot events ahead of the reopening.
Lex Butler, Chair, HBAA commented on the Prime Minister’s announcement said: “At long last, finally we have a date to work to and the uncertainty is over, after all the hard work in lobbying and making preparations to ensure the safety of delegates and staff.
“It’s great news, but we’re reserving our celebrations until we see the small print.”