Clia has warned that every additional day cruising is suspended owing to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic is likely to cost the UK economy 139 jobs.
The association set out the stark impact of the coronavirus crisis in a new data report on Thursday (23 April).
"Unfortunately, the global suspension of cruise operations will impact communities and businesses," said Clia.
"For every 1% drop in cruising in the UK, up to 530 jobs can be lost. Each day of the suspension results in the loss of 55 direct jobs and 139 total jobs in the UK."
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