Three reasons to be optimistic about the leisure space in 2023 (and beyond)

Pandemic changed attitudes to work

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We are living through an age of increasing opportunities for leisure. Even in these challenging economic times, we are spending more money and time on leisure activities than ever before.

One hundred and fifty years ago, the average worker only had Sundays off. Now, as the campaign for a four-day work week continues to gather steam, it seems that we are witnessing a shift in attitude toward the work-life balance. More and more, people are working to live, rather than living to work - and the leisure industry is reaping the benefits. The Big Question: How to allocate for Q2? Here are just a few reasons for investors to be optimistic about the future of the leisure industry in the UK: The long-term effects of Covid-19 The Covid pandemic has thinned the herd o...

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