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Jul 2021
Andrew Jones calls for long-term support for 'severely impacted' Harrogate events sector
Conservative MP for Harrogate & Knaresborough, Andrew Jones, has called for long-term support for the events sector, which he said has been "severely impacted" by covid in Harrogate.
Speaking in the House of Commons yesterday, Mr Jones said it was "fantastic to see" the Great Yorkshire Show taking place this week but warned that the events industry will take some time to get back on its feet.
He mentioned Harrogate International Festivals, which is due to host the Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival next week. The charity's chief executive Sharon Canavar told the Stray Ferret last month she has had to make some "nerve-wracking" decisions due to uncertainty over when restrictions will be eased.
Mr Jones said:
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Leader of the House Jacob Rees-Mogg responded by saying that the Harrogate Convention Centre is to host two test pilot events for conferences next week, which will help inform how the sector moves forward.
He added:
Back in February, Mr Jones also called for a debate on the sector which he said was “central to the economy” of both Harrogate and Knaresborough.
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