THE number of business tourists visiting York has helped boost the city's economy by £132.4m, according to research.

Figures published by Visit York following a year long survey show that money generated through business events rose by 35% from 2006 to 2007.

The impressive results are due to an increase in the number of businesses bookings - both non-residential and residential events in York - and an increase in the average residential rate.

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