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Deloitte Malta Joins The Mediterranean aha Forum as Founder Sponsor Partner

The expansion of Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) beyond London reflects the growing recognition that accessibility, inclusion and commercial performance are increasingly interconnected within hospitality and tourism. What began as a forum convening operators, designers and suppliers around accessible guest experience and inclusive employment is now evolving into an international platform examining how accessibility is shaping […]

Watergate Bay Hotel Joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance Membership

Hospitality operators are increasingly recognising that accessibility is not a specialist consideration but an essential part of how modern hospitality operates. Among those and the latest to join membership of Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) is Watergate Bay Hotel, part of the wider hospitality group that includes Another Place and SeaSpace. Watergate Bay brings with it […]

HEWI renew sponsorship with Accessible Hospitality Alliance for 2026

Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) is delighted to announce that HEWI has renewed its sponsorship for 2026, reinforcing a partnership grounded in a shared commitment to a hospitality world that welcomes everyone. HEWI first joined aha following the widely acclaimed aha Forum events, in partnership with Thomas Franks in 2025, where accessibility moved from conversation to […]

Claire and Steve Welsh Appointed Access Champions at Holistic Thinking Holidays

Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) has confirmed the appointment of Claire and Steve Welsh as Access Champions for Holistic Thinking Holidays, formally recognising the leadership they bring to advancing accessibility within the specialist holiday accommodation sector. Holistic Thinking Holidays was founded by the couple with a clear purpose: to transform holiday experiences for people living with […]

Making Train Travel More Inclusive

The National Autistic Society has recently awarded Great Western Railway its ‘Autism Friendly’ award – the very first train company to receive this important accreditation. The award is in recognition of GWR’s commitment to creating an inclusive experience for autistic people so they can travel comfortably and confidently. Support available GWR has several autism-friendly products […]

Programme announced for The Mediterranean aha Forum

The Mediterranean aha Forum, in Partnership with VisitMalta Incentives & Meetings 18 March 2026 — Malta Marriott Resort & Spa Leaders from government, banking and finance, hospitality, tourism, business and advocacy gather to examine how accessibility is shaping the future of travel, employment and destination competitiveness. The full programme for The Mediterranean aha Forum, in […]

A piece of architectural history

96 years of innovation and design – HEWI is celebrating a proud anniversary. Modern, timeless and in demand worldwide – HEWI, the leading expert for barrier-free sanitary solutions, is celebrating its 96th anniversary. And the company is looking back on its design icons and innovations. Highlights include the iconic lever handle 111, which has been setting […]

Adam Dyke, GM, The Grand, York, appointed Access Champion

The Grand, York has announced that General Manager, Adam Dyke, has been named Access Champion for the five-star city centre hotel, further strengthening its commitment to accessibility, diversity and inclusive employment across the business. The appointment builds on The Grand’s continued work with the Accessible Hospitality Alliance, which the hotel joined last year, reinforcing its role […]

Why Apprenticeships Are the Future of Hospitality Talent

By Vicky Freeman, Chief People Officer, Thomas Franks – with much input across the Thomas Franks team Apprenticeships are one of the most powerful tools we have to build skilled teams, develop future leaders, and create a sustainable talent pipeline for our industry. Thomas Franks’ apprenticeship journey started with the launch of our Chefs’ Academy […]

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