Equity calls on new government to address arts sector

Paul W Fleming, general secretary of Equity, the trade union for the performing arts and entertainment industries, has called on the new government to tackle the arts and entertainment sector.

“After the election, our new government must focus on the performing arts and entertainment, which are key sectors for the UK’s long-term success.”

“We will be pressing the new administration to deliver a long-term funding plan for the UK arts that reaches the European average, to tackle the high start-up fees charged by casting agencies, to make Universal Credit fairer for freelancers, to ensure that public funding only supports work with decent union conditions, and to fight for better rights in the video games and TV advertising sectors.”

“There are no creative industries without this incredible workforce. It’s time for politicians to stand up and offer them the same recognition that audiences around the world offer.”

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Pippa Considine

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