Press

Welcome to Safety & Health Expo 2011

We would be delighted to welcome members of the press to Safety & Health Expo 2011. If you wish to attend, please register below.
 
In this dedicated press section, you will find key information for planning your visit as well as vital editorial tools. Please keep visiting the site to ensure you are up to date with the latest developments at the show.

The Safety & Health Expo 2011 press office is digital
After a successful launch of the digital Safety & Health Expo 2010 press office 2011 will be digital again. Exhibitor press packs will be provided on our branded USB sticks and there will be terminals in the press office for you to work on. There will also be wireless internet access for those who bring laptops.
 
If you have any editorial enquiries about Safety & Health Expo 2011, please contact either Sarah Tanner (+44 (0) 20 7921 8066, sarah.tanner@ubm.com) or Guy Melzack (+44 (0) 20 7921 8067, guy.melzack@ubm.com) from our PR team and they will be able to assist you.

Show times
May 17, 2011 - 10.00 - 17.00
May 18, 2011 - 10.00 - 17.00
May 19, 2011 - 10.00 - 16.00
 
Press Office Times
May 17, 2011 - 09.30 - 17.30
May 18, 2011 - 09.30 - 17.30
May 19, 2011 - 09.30 - 16.30

Please note that only genuine members of the press will be allowed entry to the press office. Please provide your NUJ card or business card on arrival.

Please find below the responses to our most frequently asked questions. If you have any further questions, please get in touch with our PR team.

How do I register for a press pass?

Please register for your complimentary press pass using the ‘Press registration’ tab on the show website. Alternatively, you can register on site free-of-charge.

When will I receive my press pass?

You will receive your unique registration number (URN) within the fortnight prior to the event. When you arrive on site, you will be required to enter this number into the badge registration terminal which will print your press pass.

What does my press pass entitle me to?

Your press pass entitles you to free entry to all three co-located events, free access to all the seminar theatres and use of the press office. In this exclusive area, you will be able to browse information from exhibitors, access the internet for free and receive complimentary refreshments away from the hustle and bustle of the show floor.

Can I bring members of the editorial team with me to the show?

All members of the press are welcome to attend the event(s) free-of-charge. If you wish to bring colleagues with you, please ensure they register on the website or on site.

Will there be car parking facilities and will it be free-of-charge?

Car parking is available on site at a charge of £8 per day. UBM Live does not take responsibility for car parking services and will not be able to reimburse anyone using the on-site car parking facilities.

Where will the press office be?

The press office will be located in room 2.5 which is located by the entrance to Safety & Health Expo.

Will there be storage space for my luggage/laptop/equipment?

There will be storage space for anyone wishing to leave any luggage or equipment in the press office.

Will press packs be available in hard copy or electronic format?

Press packs will be provided in electronic format only on our branded USB sticks. There will be computers in the press office for those wishing to view the electronic press packs as well as wireless internet access for those with their own laptops.

Will there be internet access?

There will be wireless internet access in the press office as well as terminals that you are invited to use.

Will the press office be manned?

The press office will be manned at all times by a member of staff.

Will lunch be provided?

Lunch will be provided in the press office for all registered members of the press. There will also be light refreshments provided throughout the day.

How do I retrieve official show photos?

Please contact Guy Melzack (PR & Communications Executive) after the event who will be able to source official show photos for you.

Can our publication bring our own photographer to the show?

You are welcome to bring your own photographer to the event(s). Please register your photographer as press either on the website or on site.

Will filming be permitted at the event?

Filming is permitted at the event. In order to do so, you will need to pre-register your videographer on the website and inform the Safety & Health Expo PR team you are intending to film as we need to inform the NEC Birmingham.

What time will the press office close?

The press office will be open between 09:30 and 17:30 on Tuesday and Wednesday and from 09:30 to 16:30 on Thursday.

Who do I contact for comment about the show/industry?

Sarah Tanner (PR & Communications Manager) or Guy Melzack (PR & Communications Executive) should be your first port of call. They will put you in touch with the most appropriate person for comment:

Sarah Tanner
07825 113 285
sarah.tanner@ubm.com

Guy Melzack
07830 146 207
guy.melzack@ubm.com 

Who should I contact for general queries?

Sarah Tanner or Guy Melzack will be able to assist you with any queries you may have.

When will official visitor figures be available?

Our visitor figures are ABC Audited and will therefore not be available until at least four weeks after the event.