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panel of esteemed experts including managing director of HIT! Training, Jill Whittaker; Neil Rippington of University College Birmingham and Senior Executive Chef Europe for Marriot Hotels, Sean Kelly, to examine the shortage in greater depth.
Already there have been some passionate views from across the industry and, as a show visitor, we want you to be part of the audience and part of the discussion.
Make sure you keep 3pm on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 clear in your diaries, as discussions are liable to be frank, open and always insightful.
For more information or how to have your say email me at 