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Written question asked by Valerie Vaz (Labour) on Thursday, 10 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 July 2025 (named day). It was answered by Chris Bryant (Labour) on Tuesday, 15 July 2025 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Arts: Publishing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, for what reason the Creative Industries Sector Plan does not include the publishing sector; and if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of updating that plan to include that sector.

Answer

The Creative Industries Sector Plan is a growth plan for all creative sectors, including publishing.

It recognises the vital role of publishing in the creative ecosystem, and provides substantial support for all creative businesses, including publishers, with cross-cutting measures for access to finance, innovation, IP protection, skills development, and export support.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
66536
Session
2024-26
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
Arts Publishing
Link
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