Nandy sets out plans to decentralise British filmmaking

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has laid legislation in parliament introducing a new tax relief for independent British films to boost the growth of the UK’s film sector.

She said that the new indy film tax relief will boost jobs, growth and investment in the UK’s regions.

Following the announcement of the tax relief, Pinewood revealed plans to launch a new ‘Independent Film Hub’ at its Buckinghamshire studios.

In a statement in the House of Commons, Nandy said, “While too much of our creative industries have traditionally been concentrated in just one part of the country, independent film thrives everywhere given the chance.

“So this uplift will not only boost creativity but create jobs, growth and investment in every nation and region. Through this we will help the independent film sector to reach its full potential.”

Nandy also told parliament she will be working on a creative skills pathway to improve career opportunities for young people in the film industry. 

“Too often people do not see themselves and their communities reflected in the story we tell ourselves about ourselves as a nation,” said Nandy.

“And we are determined that this is going to change. The skills shortage that has been ignored for too long acts as a brake on the ambitions of this incredible sector.

“That is why this government has already launched Skills England, to bring the skills we need for a decade of national renewal for our communities, businesses and country.

“We will focus apprenticeships once more on young people, to set them up to succeed and help fill the 25,000 vacancies in the creative sector.

“Every child should have the chance to live a richer, larger life and consider a career in the arts.”