Live Events and Cultural Festivals Government-backed Insurance Scheme 2021-03-18
2021-03-18
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Q1
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The MP raised concerns about the lack of indemnity cover for live events, which has been an issue for cultural festivals and events. The government's programme faces challenges in securing financial support due to public health uncertainties.
What discussions have you had with the Chancellor regarding a Government-backed insurance fund to help live events and cultural festivals during COVID-19? I am concerned about the lack of indemnity cover for these events, which has prevented their reopening despite industry calls for assistance.
My officials and my team at DCMS are working closely with affected sectors to understand barriers to reopening, including financial support. We recognise the challenges in securing indemnity cover for live events due to public health uncertainties.
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The specific ask about discussions with the Chancellor was not directly addressed.
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Representatives from the live music sector have called for a Government-backed insurance fund to support events reopening safely. The issue of indemnity cover is critical for these industries.
Insurance providers and industry stakeholders are calling for an insurance fund to support live cultural events' recovery. Will you meet with representatives to discuss their proposals?
I regularly meet industry stakeholders and have set out plans for reopening events through the events research scheme. This provides evidence on how and when events can return safely, supporting recovery efforts.
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The specific ask about meeting with representatives was not addressed directly.
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Discussions with industry stakeholders and insurance bodies have been ongoing, focusing on the challenges of securing indemnity cover for events.
Will you release all documents from meetings with industry stakeholders and insurance bodies regarding insurance for live events this summer?
We can publish documents where appropriate, but sometimes closed-door conversations are necessary. The culture recovery fund has provided over £1 million support in Richmond Park and supported many organisations.
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The specific ask about document release was not addressed directly.
Changes Subject To Culture Recovery Fund
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The MP criticized the government's refusal of a deal with the EU that would have allowed artists to tour without visas. The Minister previously promised to resolve this issue.
Have you engaged in bilateral talks over visa agreements for artists since rejecting a deal from the EU? With which countries and what progress has been made?
We did not reject an excellent visa option, but it was limited. The current situation offers uncertainty due to public health issues. Yesterday, I met my colleagues in the FCDO about international discussions.
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The specific ask about progress in bilateral talks was partially addressed by mentioning recent meetings.
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