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
UK government confirms “no plans” to rejoin Creative Europe, introduce a streamer levy or cut VAT on cinema tickets
The government has issued its response to the culture, media and sport committee’s inquiry into film and high-end TV. Source: UK government confirms “no plans” to rejoin Creative Europe, introduce a streamer levy or cut VAT on cinema tickets | … Continued
How historic Ealing Studios is hoping to regain ground with £20m revamp
Co-owner of west London studios tells of dunking Victoria Beckham, industry upheavals and 25-year labour of love. Source: How historic Ealing Studios is hoping to regain ground with £20m revamp | Film industry | The Guardian
King Charles paid millions to allow Hollywood blockbuster to film at Royal Family residence
Marvel Studios has secured permission to film the latest Avengers blockbuster in Windsor Great Park next summer, paying millions in location fees for the privilege. Source: King Charles paid millions to allow Hollywood blockbuster to film at Royal Family residence
Four Shropshire students nominated for BFI Film Award
The students from Thomas Adams Sixth Form in Wem were recognised after their short film Severn Wild received a national nomination from the British Film Institute (BFI). Source: Four Shropshire students nominated for BFI Film Award | Whitchurch Herald