An ethnic business and halal tourism in the U.K
This briefing note looks at the experiences of workers from different ethnic backgrounds. It finds that 1 in 6 hospitality workers is from an ethnic minority background, compared to around 1 in 8 workers in the rest of the economy. Ethnic minority workers in hospitality vary in both their characteristics and their work experiences. For example, the White British group within hospitality is relatively young (with a median age of 28), while most ethnic minority groups within hospitality are older, on average.
The UK stands out as a leading halal-friendly destination in the West, with abundant halal dining, prayer spaces, and rich Muslim heritage sites, especially in London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Services like Halal Tourism Britain craft personalised tours spanning 1,300 years of Muslim history, including mosque visits and scenic journeys designed for halal-conscious travellers.
Key Aspects of Halal Tourism in the UK:
- Specialised Tours: first-qualified Muslim tour guide in Britain; tours include London walking tours, British Museum tours, and themed trips such as “Ottomans in Britain”.
- Dining and Amenities: In major cities, halal restaurants abound, with hotspots like Manchester’s Curry Mile and London making it effortless to find delicious, compliant cuisine.
- Top Destinations: Beyond London, travellers flock to Manchester, Birmingham, Blackpool, Liverpool, and Edinburgh, drawn by their warm hospitality, vibrant diversity, and excellent amenities.
- Day Trips & Activities: Organised excursions offer memorable experiences, from exploring the Isle of Wight and the Cotswolds to joining specialised Muslim history bus tours.
Popular Halal-Friendly Experiences:
- London Muslim Heritage: Tours covering sites like Trafalgar Square and Westminster Abbey.
- British Museum Tour: Highlights hidden Muslim treasures.
- Regional Tours: Exploring Islamic heritage in places like Cambridge and the Lake District.
In terms of work experience, we examine pay, occupation, contract type, and indirect measures of job satisfaction. There is no one ethnic group that consistently does ‘well’ or ‘badly’ on these measures. We find that hospitality workers from Indian and Other ethnic groups have the highest median pay (although still well below median pay rates outside hospitality), Chinese and Bangladeshi hospitality workers are most likely to be self-employed, and workers from Black and ‘Mixed/Multiple’ ethnic backgrounds are most likely to be in the lower-paying occupations within the sector.
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