The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has become the latest organisation to join the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) as a corporate member.
The AEV joins other leading brands from across the UK’s business events sector, including beam, SEC, Racoon Media, Experience Oxfordshire, Togather and Hire Association Europe, as corporate members of the APPG.
A spokesperson for the APPG said: “We are delighted to have the AEV join our other corporate members as we continue to expand our voice and reach across Parliament and Westminster. There has never been a more important time for the events sector to engage with parliamentarians from across the political spectrum, to build a much stronger relationship and help unlock the potential of the UK events economy. We would encourage other organisations to join the AEV in working with the APPG to help move the event industry’s agenda forward.”
The first official APPG event of the new term will see corporate members and other senior leaders join parliamentary members at a private dinner in the House of Commons on 06 May 2025. Other events are currently being planned throughout the year, including the formal launch of the APPG’s official Parliamentary Plan of Work.
Rachel Parker, Director at the AEV, said: “I’m thrilled to have joined the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders and policymakers to raise awareness of the UK events sector in Westminster. Being part of this group allows us to advocate for the needs of our industry, share best practices, and help shape a more supportive policy environment for events. I’m excited for the journey ahead and the impact we can make together.”
The APPG, which is Chaired by Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, now has a total of 41 members, including 34 Parliamentarians and seven corporate members.
PR & Communications agency, Davies Tanner, through it’s The Business of Events Think Tank and Advocacy Network, manages the APPG, and acts as a Special Advisor to the group.
Further information on private sector memberships can be found via the APPG website at www.appgevents.com
