The following consultations are currently open for responses:
Cruise tourism views sought from local businesses
As part of a wider socio-economic study of the cruise tourism market in Shetland, consultants working for Shetland Islands Council are seeking input from local businesses and organisations.
Data gathered will feed into the study, to estimate the economic impact of cruise ship visits to Shetland, as well as highlight challenges and opportunities for Shetland communities to maximise local benefits.
All organisations are encouraged to take part, whether cruise tourism is a major part of their work, or a lesser element, or possibly not an area they’re involved in. The study hopes to show how visitor activity translates into income for local businesses, where the benefits are being felt, as well understanding some of the pressures created by cruise tourism.
The online survey is currently open until the end of September and should only take around 10-15 minutes. All responses will be treated in the strictest confidence and only reported in aggregate form, so no individual, business or organisation can be identified.
Anyone who would like to speak to the study consultants, McGregor Solutions, or to request a paper copy of the survey, is asked to contact Anne Byers at McGregor Solutions – anne@mcgregorsolutions.co.uk or 07917 127151.
