Supporting UK artists and culture

"The United Kingdom is a powerhouse for culture, with British actors, writers, artists and musicians acclaimed across the world. It is worth a significant amount to our economy too, driving 12% of UK Service Exports, boosting tourism and soft power on the global stage.

"We have seen overseas examples of how an ambitious creative industries strategy can lead to phenomenal success. According to the OECD, South Korea has grown to become the seventh largest cultural player in less than a generation, with K-Pop, Korean TV and film taking the world by storm. Export hubs for creative industries have also been springing up across European countries who want to take advantage of the exponential growth in this market. We need to make sure we aren’t left behind.

"The Government put in place a package of support for the creative and cultural sector during the Pandemic, supporting many to survive. Now we need to ensure we maximise that momentum and allow them to thrive into the future. This debate gave MPs the opportunity to discuss how the UK maximises the potential of cultural industry and explore new ideas to drive wellbeing, regenerate communities and boost the economy."