Trade Associations . . .
Trade associations are set up to represent the interests of companies operating in particular industry sectors and to make sure that the voice of their sector is heard. Key trade associations in travel and tourism include ABTA (the tourism alliance) and AITO (the British hospitality) they provide advice and support for their members and lobby central, local and European government to get a better deal. Trade association us set up for the benefits of members, it’s a non-profit making organisation.
Regulatory Bodies . . .
Regulatory bodies exist to make sure that all travel and tourism operators serves the travelling public safety fairly and efficiently. They are found at different levels-
• Global- ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) regulate international air transport services
• National- the UK government is responsible for legislation concerning, for example, health and safety at tourist attractions and airport security
•Local - local authorities carry out a great deal of work on matters such as restaurants and other food premises, trading standards
and inspections of hotels.
•European - the European Commission introduces consumer protection measures for travellers,
such as the Package Travel Holidays.
• Global- ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) regulate international air transport services
• National- the UK government is responsible for legislation concerning, for example, health and safety at tourist attractions and airport security
•Local - local authorities carry out a great deal of work on matters such as restaurants and other food premises, trading standards
and inspections of hotels.
•European - the European Commission introduces consumer protection measures for travellers,
such as the Package Travel Holidays.