<-- Back to proposed bills
Appointment of the Creative Freelance Champion
01 September 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement announces the appointment of Leila D’Aronville and Lizzie Crump as Creative Freelance Champions to represent and advocate for the UK's creative freelance workforce.
Action Requested
The Champions will identify priority areas and deliverables within their first six months, working with government departments, industry bodies, and the creative freelance community to improve policy and understanding.
Key Facts
- Leila D’Aronville and Lizzie Crump have been appointed as Creative Freelance Champions.
- They will work in a job-share pattern for 18 months as Direct Ministerial Appointments.
- Their terms of reference have been published online, focusing on advocacy and representation.
- They will work with Arts Council England and the British Film Institute, as well as unions and sector bodies.
- The Champions will join the Creative Industries Council.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy