No UK levy on streaming services
The government has ruled out imposing a 5% levy on the UK subscriber revenues of streaming services. Source: No UK levy on streaming services
UK government says it is “looking afresh” at AI and copyright proposals for the creative sector
“We are looking afresh at the whole range of options,” said the government this week. Source: UK government says it is “looking afresh” at AI and copyright proposals for the creative sector | News | Screen
Abidjan dreams of becoming Africa’s next cinema hub
Ivory Coast is hosting an increasing number of local, pan-African and international productions, and is striving to establish itself as a go-to film destination in Africa in the face of longtime dominance by Nigeria’s thriving Nollywood. Source: Abidjan dreams of … Continued
Is the US appetite for UK series changing in a temperamental market?
These days, it is not uncommon to hear a UK producer instantly invoke Susanne Simpson’s name when asked where their new show might land in the US. “Let’s just hope Susanne likes it,” goes the refrain. The affable executive producer … Continued
2025 film festivals and markets calendar: latest dates
Screen is running this regularly updated page with the latest film festival and market dates from across the world. Source: 2025 film festivals and markets calendar: latest dates | News | Screen
UK Sets $100 Million Screen Growth Package, $200M Creative Places Fund
“From ‘Barbie’ and ‘Killing Eve’ to ‘Adolescence’ and ‘Saltburn,’ the U.K. already has a stellar track record,” says Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy who wants “to cement the U.K. as the best place on Earth to make film and television.” Source: … Continued