This is a defining moment for hearing health in live events. The Night Time Industries Association and the Listen For Life campaign are proud to see hearing protection formally recognised within The Purple Guide, placing it at the heart of industry best practice. For the first time, the initiative is embedded in core guidance, reinforcing that managing noise safely is not an afterthought, but a fundamental responsibility for organisers, crews and venues alike. This inclusion marks real progress, turning awareness into action, and ensuring that protecting hearing becomes standard across the night time economy and live events sector. We’ve long said that great sound should never cost a lifetime of damage. Now, the guidance is clear, and the industry is moving forward together. 🔊 Explore the chapter: thepurpleguide.co.uk #ListenForLife #NTIA #PurpleGuide #HearingHealth #SafeEvents #NightTimeEconomy

Nottingham has set a powerful precedent for the UK’s night-time and live music sectors. On World Hearing Day, Nottingham was announced as the country’s first Listen for Life City, with the launch held at Rock City — a symbolic moment for an industry built on sound. For those of us working across late-night hospitality, events and live entertainment, this is more than a headline. It’s a recognition that hearing conservation is fundamental to workforce wellbeing, long-term career sustainability, and the responsible growth of our sector. Protecting hearing does not mean compromising culture — it means safeguarding it for decades to come. Read the full article to understand what this means for businesses, venues and cities across the UK 🔗 buff.ly/CpvAroR #ListenForLife #NTIA #NTE #Nottingham

🎶 Protect Your Hearing, Protect Your Future! 🎶 1.1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss from unsafe sound levels. In the UK, 1 in 6 live with hearing loss, increasing the risk of dementia. That’s why we’ve launched the Listen for Life Charter—to reduce hearing loss in young adults by 50% in the next 5-10 years! Our commitment: 🔹 Awareness: Double awareness of hearing risks 🔹 Protection: Boost use of hearing protection by 50% 🔹 Testing: Double the number of hearing tests Sign the Charter today and access resources to protect your team’s hearing. Together, we can safeguard hearing for future generations. 🌍🎧 Sign the Charter Today: buff.ly/8XynU0i #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #WorldHearingDay #HearingProtection #JoinTheMovement

✈️ 6:00 AM start! Early flight to Belfast for the NI Commission Meeting with Hospitality Ulster. Excited to dive into discussions on Culture in NI and introduce Listen for Life as a new initiative for the region alongside Robert Shepherd. Drip-feeding the programme slowly… some big names still to come—more announcements dropping daily! 👀 Some personal big news landing tomorrow… and today was full of talks on awards, new ventures, and exciting opportunities! #Belfast #HospitalityUlster #CultureNI #ListenForLife #BigThingsComing

🎶 Protect Your Hearing, Protect Your Future! 🎶 1.1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss from unsafe sound levels. In the UK, 1 in 6 live with hearing loss, increasing the risk of dementia. That’s why we’ve launched the Listen for Life Charter—to reduce hearing loss in young adults by 50% in the next 5-10 years! Our commitment: 🔹 Awareness: Double awareness of hearing risks 🔹 Protection: Boost use of hearing protection by 50% 🔹 Testing: Double the number of hearing tests Sign the Charter today and access resources to protect your team’s hearing. Together, we can safeguard hearing for future generations. 🌍🎧 Sign the Charter Today: buff.ly/8XynU0i #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #WorldHearingDay #HearingProtection #JoinTheMovement

MONDAY MOMENTUM As the mornings grow darker and nights draw in, the pace certainly doesn’t slow! Kicking off this week with a packed agenda — starting with a meeting alongside the Security Trade Associations to discuss the United for Public Trust initiative. From there, we connect with the brilliant minds behind NPA – No Phones Allowed, an initiative making real waves. A well-deserved (and slightly elongated!) lunch follows with our Public Affairs Team, before touching base with the Night Time Economy Summit leads — excitement is already building for February 2026! This afternoon brings updates with our Regional Ambassadors on events and plans, before a session with the NSSA initiative. We’ll wrap up the day with our Chair Sacha Lord, sharing some fantastic progress for our Listen for Life campaign — particularly around Government and HSE engagement. And to round off the evening — an incredible networking event at the Estonian Embassy, joined by the President of Estonia. Here’s to collaboration, innovation, and driving real change — even on the darkest Mondays! #PublicTrust #NightTimeEconomy #ListenForLife #Collaboration #Leadership #Networking

🎶 Protect Your Hearing, Protect Your Future! 🎶 1.1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss from unsafe sound levels. In the UK, 1 in 6 live with hearing loss, increasing the risk of dementia. That’s why we’ve launched the Listen for Life Charter—to reduce hearing loss in young adults by 50% in the next 5-10 years! Our commitment: 🔹 Awareness: Double awareness of hearing risks 🔹 Protection: Boost use of hearing protection by 50% 🔹 Testing: Double the number of hearing tests Sign the Charter today and access resources to protect your team’s hearing. Together, we can safeguard hearing for future generations. 🌍🎧 Sign the Charter Today: buff.ly/8XynU0i #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #WorldHearingDay #HearingProtection #JoinTheMovement

Another huge week for the night time economy! As the weeks fold into each other, the momentum continues to build. Over 30 trade bodies unified last week in a powerful show of strength — sending a clear message to Government that support for the sector is not optional. Major news incoming around the private security sector with transformative developments on the horizon in 2026, alongside ongoing pressure for HMRC tax parity. This morning we’re meeting with Scottish Ministers to continue work around VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls), followed by a session with David Sinclair on new innovations. Later today, we catch up with Dr Charisse Beaumont on an exciting new project and the much-anticipated REMEL report, landing soon. Touching base with Jackie Clode-Dickens as we finalise plans for a collaborative event later this year. We’ll also meet with NTAI Scotland leads Mike Grieve & Gavin Stevenson to progress the Northern Lights Manifesto and Holyrood engagement plans. In London, I sit down with Jeremy Summers to continue key work on PRS & PPL, and we close the day with updates on Listen for Life — developing the campaign alongside HSE and metro mayors across Manchester, Birmingham & the London Assembly. We move forward — together. #NightTimeEconomy #NTIA #PrivateSecurity #TaxParity #VAWG #REMEL #ListenForLife #ScotlandManifesto #PRS #PPL #LiveMusic #NightlifeMatters #PublicSafety #CulturalEconomy

🎶 Protect Your Hearing, Protect Your Future! 🎶 1.1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss from unsafe sound levels. In the UK, 1 in 6 live with hearing loss, increasing the risk of dementia. That’s why we’ve launched the Listen for Life Charter—to reduce hearing loss in young adults by 50% in the next 5-10 years! Our commitment: 🔹 Awareness: Double awareness of hearing risks 🔹 Protection: Boost use of hearing protection by 50% 🔹 Testing: Double the number of hearing tests Sign the Charter today and access resources to protect your team’s hearing. Together, we can safeguard hearing for future generations. 🌍🎧 Sign the Charter Today: buff.ly/8XynU0i #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #WorldHearingDay #HearingProtection #JoinTheMovement

Busy Day Ahead in London – Collaborating for Change We’re gearing up for a full and energising day in London. It will begin with a catch-up with Sam Tarry as we dive into the current challenges unfolding across the political landscape. Later in the morning, we’ll meet with Elizabeth from Bradford at Night and Spark, followed by a conversation with Josh Tarzi about how he can become more involved in our movement. Late morning, we’ll engage with the London Task Force as we hit our stride in shaping discussions around key recommendations that will drive progress in the night-time sector. The afternoon will be filled with follow-up meetings with Cllr Mohammed Khan, a drop-in with Wez Saunders from Defected, and a catch-up with Matt Simms from Croydon BID to talk all things evening and night-time economy. Before wrapping up, we’ll have a quick check-in with Robert Richardson, CEO of the Institute of Hospitality, and we’ll round off the day with a highly anticipated chat with Anne Savage on the Listen for Life campaign and the vital topic of hearing conservation. Meanwhile, overseas, Robert Shepheard will be flying the flag in Geneva, presenting updates on the Listen for Life campaign to the WHO's World Hearing Forum Members and amplifying our shared mission on the global stage. Looking forward to a day of meaningful connections, shared vision, and bold steps forward. #London #NightTimeEconomy #ListenForLife #PoliticalEngagement #Culture #CityLeadership #WHO #HearingConservation #LiveMusic #Bradford #Croydon #Hospitality #Geneva #Collaboration

Just about got both feet on the ground… and we’re off! Kicking things off with a powerful discussion on Security Sector changes with the Westminster Business Group — part of the essential drive to raise awareness around the seismic policy shift impacting the entire sector. Then it's a deep dive into the world of electronic music with none other than Wez Saunders from Defected 🎶 — before jumping into key conversations with Jackie Clode-Dickens and Alex Anderson on pressing issues affecting the scene right now. Quick drop-in with Cllr Mohammed Khan, followed by valuable time spent with our Regional Industry Ambassadors — and a meaningful conversation with Mat Flynn from Liverpool University. Closing out the day with the inspiring Listen for Life Team, an energising chat with Robbe Van Bogaert, a global check-in with Jon Weisz from Le SMAQ , and a quick grassroots catch-up with Jake from Egg. A whirlwind — but a vital one. Change is happening. Awareness is rising. We’re moving. #SecuritySector #PolicyShift #ElectronicMusic #Grassroots #IndustryVoices #ListenForLife #Collaboration #DefectedRecords #Innovation #CivicEngagement #GlobalConnections

Fantastic visit to Belfast yesterday with @SachaLord – packed room diving into the future of Northern Ireland’s Night Time Economy. Great to catch up with my cousin over lunch at his incredible Home Restaurant., if you get a chance definetly pop in when in Belfast! Big thanks to Colin Neill, and Alena for being the perfect hosts and for & Michael Stewart for the tour and insights.. will return the favour when your in the UK. Landed back just before midnight and straight into a full-on day in London – starting with Rob Shepherd and the @ListenforLife Campaign, exploring groundbreaking accessibility tech from the US for people with hearing disabilities. Catching up with CGA on the latest NTE Market Tracker Report, a quick check-in with Peter Heath from Plasa and We Make Events, and a deep dive with Amsterdam’s Night Mayor, Freek Wallagh. Then on to NTIA Wales and NTIA Scotland to finalise manifesto plans, before a key session with the INA Team as our new Advisory Board takes shape. Rounding off with Robert Richardson from the Institute of Hospitality and a long-overdue meet with the brilliant Jordan from Koko, Camden. Can’t wait for tomorrow at XOYO with Tinie Tempah – still a few spots left, grab yours here: ntia.co.uk/sxsw-london2025/

Global Connections & Local Action – What’s Ahead for the NTIA - We’re kicking off the week with an early morning call connecting across time zones to Australia , where we’ll be meeting with Mick Gibb, CEO of NTIA Australia, to align on shared priorities for the global night time economy. Later in the morning, we’ll head into an in-person session with the London Task Force to focus on workforce strategy, career development, and tackling the barriers facing our sector The afternoon will be full of key engagements: We’ll meet with Jackie from the Soho Business Alliance to develop a collaborative project supporting London’s nightlife.
Our PR & Public Affairs team will join us to finalise targets and opportunities ahead of this week’s release of the Quarterly NTE Tracker. 
A strategic session is planned with the UK Door Security Association to continue our joint work on HMRC, along with announcing our next monthly webinar set for 25th June.
We’ll be catching up with Sonical on an exciting new venture. 
We’ll reflect on the success of the Listen for Life campaign and what’s next for its momentum.
To round off the day, we’ll connect with Christian from the West Midlands Combined Authority for a long-overdue catch-up. Plenty on the horizon – and yes, we’ll still be adjusting to the time difference! 
#NTIA #NightTimeEconomy #UKNTE #FutureFocused #GlobalCollaboration #WorkforceDevelopment #LondonNightlife #ListenForLife #NTIAAustralia #DoorSecurity #NightTimeIndustry

🌼 After a much-needed breather over the Easter Bank Holiday, it’s full steam ahead this morning! Kicking off with a team catch-up (mainly to find out how many Easter eggs were consumed... and who overdid it 🍫😅). Mid-morning brings a meeting with James McQuarrie from GladClimate, then onto security shifts and new opportunities with Victoria Tiffin at Hinson Security. This afternoon, I'm diving into our Listen for Life initiative with Catherine Chetwynd, followed by time with Jacky Worthington and Charlotte Steel. Later, I’ll be meeting Paul Evans from Carlisle Group to discuss the evolving private security landscape, before another round with the Listen for Life team. Wrapping up the day with an exciting initial chat with Paul Beasant from Retail Knowledge. Let’s go! 🚀 #EasterRecharge #BackToIt #Security #ListenForLife #Networking #Teamwork

👋 Meet Edie. Edie works behind a bar, surrounded by music, conversation, and constant noise. But what you might not see is the impact—Edie suffers from hearing loss. Years of exposure to loud environments without protection have taken a toll. Now, everything is loud enough, but just not clear. It affects her well-being, her quality of life, and her future. Hearing loss is preventable. Let’s make workplaces safer and protect our hearing for life. 🔊 Sign the Listen for Life Charter today: buff.ly/sIbM5nX #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #ProtectYourHearing

👋 Meet Edie. Edie works behind a bar, surrounded by music, conversation, and constant noise. But what you might not see is the impact—Edie suffers from hearing loss. Years of exposure to loud environments without protection have taken a toll. Now, everything is loud enough, but just not clear. It affects her well-being, her quality of life, and her future. Hearing loss is preventable. Let’s make workplaces safer and protect our hearing for life. 🔊 Sign the Listen for Life Charter today: buff.ly/sIbM5nX #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #ProtectYourHearing

Starting the day with preparations for the Budget Announcement. There’s always a bit of unease on days like this as the Treasury keeps everything so close to their chest. Mid-morning, I’m meeting with London Assembly Members to discuss introducing a motion for the Listen for Life initiative—such an important step for mental well-being. After that, we’ll be talking about the Brooklyn Brewery’s inclusivity project, focusing on supporting LGBTQ spaces and creating safer, more welcoming environments for all. Then, the wait begins for the Chancellor’s Spring Statement at the House of Commons, followed by an influx of press anticipating a sector response. In the afternoon, I’ve got a meeting with NTIA Scotland Commission to talk through the ongoing implications of the budget. A quick catch-up with Bally Singh is next, before reviewing an exciting new initiative with Bye Bye Plastic and Camille Guitteau. A busy day, but always pushing for progress. #SpringStatement #BudgetDay #Inclusivity #Sustainability #ListenForLife #LGBTQ Support #NTIA #MentalHealthMatters #ByeByePlastic

A huge thank you to Audiology Worldwide for their insightful article on the launch of the Listen for Life charter! 🌟 With the support of industry leaders and organizations, we’re excited to continue pushing for safer listening environments, so that everyone can enjoy music and culture without risking their hearing.🎧 Together, we can make a difference—thanks for helping spread the word! 🔗Read more here: buff.ly/PpsW9GA #WorldHearingDay #ListenForLife #HearingProtection

Last week, the ‘Listen for Life’ campaign was officially launched, marking a significant advancement in hearing conservation within the hospitality and cultural sectors. Read more at the link below. instituteofhospitality.org/l… #imin #ListenforLife @wearethentia

🎶🌍 Join the movement to protect hearing and preserve futures! By signing the Listen for Life Charter, your business can access groundbreaking protection, education, and testing—ensuring a healthier workforce and preventing hearing loss for future generations. 🙌 Let's reduce hearing loss by 50% in young adults over the next 5–10 years and double the number of hearing tests! Together, we can create a world where the sounds we love remain with us for life. 👉 Sign the Charter today! buff.ly/wIhSynl #ListenForLife #HearingHealth #ProtectYourHearing #NTIA