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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Local Theatres

Thursday 13 February 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • The Government recognizes the importance of local theatres and supports them through Arts Council England investments and theatre tax relief.
  • Specific support for Carshalton and Wallington includes congratulating CryerArts on their recent achievements.
  • The Minister expressed hope that CryerArts continues to thrive as a beloved local venue.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Elliot Colburn Con Carshalton and Wallington
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

Local theatres play a crucial role in community engagement, often providing opportunities that cannot be matched by larger venues.

Question

What steps is the Department taking to support local theatres? The Government recognize their importance and are actively supporting them through various means such as Arts Council England investments and theatre tax relief. Specifically, what support can be given to Carshalton and Wallington which lacks a local theatre?

Answer from Helen Whately

I am very glad to join my hon. Friend in congratulating the team at CryerArts. I understand that the theatre reopened in November and I hope it continues to be a much-loved local venue.

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