Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 21719

Performing Arts: Government Assistance

Tabled: 3 January 2025

Answered: 9 January 2025

Named Day

Question

Dr Simon Opher

Labour — Stroud

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to support the comedy industry.

Answer

Chris Bryant

Comedy is a serious business. It is a vital performing art and contributes to the mental health and wellbeing of people, not just in the UK, but around the world. It forms part of our cultural landscape, enriching lives, shaping our collective identity an...

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