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Baroness Blake of Leeds (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 8 May 2025

Debate

US Tariff on UK Films

Contribution

My noble friend raises an issue that I am very passionate about. I can list similar initiatives across Yorkshire, which has become a real centre for film, as most noble Lords will know. I reassure her about the measures we are bringing in around tax relief uplift, independent film tax relief and—something that will be close to her heart—the whole issue of looking at how we can help through a review of business rates. We have confirmed a 40% relief for film studios until 2034 and plan to permanently lower rates for eligible cinemas and other retail, hospitality and leisure properties. It is so important that the regions are kept at the forefront of this agenda. Some mayors have put this as one of the central planks in their future planning. It is critical that we keep our eye on the whole of the country and improve opportunities.

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