The Licensed Victuallers Association (LVA) hopes that working with the Government will lead to longer-term, mutually beneficial initiatives to ensure a sustainable and thriving hospitality industry in the future.
In response to the Isle of Man Government’s initiative to support hospitality workers during the TT, Andy Gibbs, Chairman of the LVA said: “The support from the Isle of Man Government is vital for us to navigate through these challenging times.”
The scheme, that was announced yesterday (May 23), is designed to ‘bolster’ the industry by encouraging individuals to take up a second job in hospitality or for those already employed in the sector to increase their working hours.
The LVA says this initiative is seen as a short-term solution to address the immediate staffing crisis and is welcomed as a crucial support mechanism for the industry during this peak period.
Longer term
Mr. Gibbs stated, “The support from the Isle of Man Government is vital for us to navigate through these challenging times.
“The TT event is a significant occasion for the Island, and the hospitality sector plays a crucial role in ensuring a memorable experience for the thousands of visitors and locals.
“We are grateful for the government’s initiative, which provides much-needed relief and support to our industry. The scheme, in essence, is self-funding, as it ensures businesses stay open to maximise tax revenues while those working in the industry keep more of their earnings in their pockets.
“To be clear, the support is directly for employees, not the businesses. We hope that by working closely with the Government, longer-term, mutually beneficial initiatives will be developed to ensure we have a sustainable and thriving hospitality industry in the future.”
The LVA remains committed to working closely with the government and other stakeholders to find long-term solutions to the ongoing challenges in the hospitality sector.
The association continues to advocate for measures that will ensure the sustainability and growth of the industry, which is essential to the Island’s economy and tourism.
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