
The NTIA hopes the findings will encourage more respect towards the nighttime economy ? sometimes viewed as a seedier alternative to the daytime economy.
With the extended 24-hour service being introduced on the London Underground from September, the report aims to serve as a helpful reminder of the extensive nightlife on offer in the capital. Transport for London has said the development will lead to 2,000 permanent jobs and should boost the UK economy by ?360m. Nighttime businesses employ around 1.3m to cope with the increasing demand for entertainment and leisure options late into the night. The report said ten per cent of UK employees regularly worked a night shift ? 500,000 more than in 2002. While some may have questions regarding the safety of venturing out for the night as opposed to making use of daytime activities, the study said that recorded crime in 38 per cent lower than in 2002/03 and ?venues are safer than ever?. ?Most bars and pubs are careful to ensure that their customers enjoy a safe evening out,? it added. The NTIA is a lobbying organisation that was formed in April 2015 by independent bar, nightclub, pub and restaurant owners, as well as live music operators. Read more on entertainment:- Ed Sheeran and One Direction help British music net highest percentage of global sales yet
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