Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 85737

Arts: Self-employed

Tabled: 28 October 2025
Answered: 4 November 2025

Question

Chris Evans

Labour (Co-op)Caerphilly

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she plans to appoint a Freelance Champion before or after the terms of reference for the role have been established.

Answer

Ian Murray
We committed in the Creative Industries Sector Plan to appoint a Freelance Champion in 2025, who will advocate for the creative sector’s freelancers within government and be a member of the Creative Industries Council. We have been working closely with in...

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