Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

DCMS Matters

27 January 2020 · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Nigel Adams Con Selby and Ainsty

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government accepts most of the Cairncross Review's recommendations.
  • A 2 million pilot innovation fund has been initiated with Nesta.
  • An extended business rates discount is being offered to local newspapers.

Issue summary

The government is publishing its response to the Cairncross Review, which examines the sustainability of high-quality journalism in the UK.

Action requested

The government accepts most of the Cairncross Review's recommendations and has started initiatives such as a £2 million pilot innovation fund with Nesta and an extended business rates discount for local newspapers. The Chancellor will consider tax incentives to support the industry, and DCMS is launching a Call for Evidence on online advertising regulation.

Key facts

  • The Cairncross Review identified challenges facing news publishers and made nine recommendations.
  • A £2 million pilot innovation fund with Nesta has been launched.
  • Local newspapers in England receive an extended £1,500 business rates discount until March 31, 2025.
  • The Chancellor will consider tax incentives for the industry this year.
  • DCMS is launching a Call for Evidence on online advertising regulation.
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