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Hotels: West Dorset

Asked by Edward MorelloLiberal DemocratDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled Answered 19 September 2025UIN 72537

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions her Department has had with the hospitality industry in West Dorset constituency on staffing levels in the hotel sector.

Answered by Stephanie Peacock

DCMS regularly engages with representatives of the hospitality industry, both nationally and regionally, to understand current challenges and opportunities in the sector, including staffing levels.

While we have not had discussions specifically with businesses in the West Dorset constituency, we work closely with industry bodies such as UKHospitality, which represent employers across the country (including those in West Dorset). Through these forums, the Government has listened to concerns about recruitment and retention, and continues to respond through a range of measures.

We will also set out our vision and ambition for the sector in our forthcoming Visitor Economy Growth Strategy later this year.

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