OXFORD Civic Society bosses are staging a discussion about the future of tourism in the city.

The panel discussion will take place on Tuesday at Rewley House in Wellington Square at 7.30pm.

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The panel will include Hayley Beer-Gamage, chief executive of Experience Oxfordshire, Mary Clarkson, the city council’s cabinet member for culture, Kurt Janson, of Tourism Alliance and Phil Southall, of Oxford Bus Company.

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The civic society said: “Oxford attracts over eight million visitors a year, contributing some £873m to the local economy and providing about 12 per cent of local jobs.

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“But fewer than 40 per cent of visitors are satisfied with their experience and Oxford is among the lowest-rated destinations to which tourists would consider returning for a second visit.

“Meanwhile, residents complain about the crowded pavements, chaotic parking and coaches choking St Giles.”

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For more information, including details of how to book tickets, visit the OCS website oxcivicsoc.org.uk/programme.