As the tourism and hospitality sector readies itself to safely welcome visitors back to Cumbria when the time is right, Cumbria Tourism is supporting businesses in a variety of ways. Cumbria Tourism has been confirmed as a Gateway organisation for the Government’s £2billion Kickstart scheme, which provides fully funded six-month work placements for 18-24 year olds. The scheme will come as a lifeline for many business owners struggling to find and train staff amidst the loss of many European workers and the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. “Kickstart is a fantastic opportunity, both for businesses and Cumbria’s young people,”said Jonny Winter, communications executive at Cumbrian Tourism.