UKinbound has cautiously welcomed some of the new policies and initiatives outlined in the chancellor’s 2018 Budget but urges the government to re-consider its decision not to change VAT or APD regimes, particularly in Northern Ireland. New policies that will have a positive effect on the UK’s tourism industry include: The opening of e-passport gates to citizens from the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan which will help to reduce queues and waiting times f...