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Tourism boss hopeful of staycation boost

More Brits deciding against jetting off abroad for holidays

The Island's Head of Tourism is upbeat about the increasing number of Brits going on 'staycations'.

Many across the British Isles are opting to remain in the home countries rather than jetting off abroad for their holidays.

With the evenings getting lighter for longer and the weather forecast to improve, what is known as 'the season' is almost upon us.

Angela Byrne is hopeful the Island's tourism industry is in for a boost:

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