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06 October 2020
Lead MP
Alison Thewliss
Glasgow Central
SNP
Responding Minister
Not recorded
Tags
EconomyEmploymentCulture, Media & Sport
Word Count: 614
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Alison Thewliss raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
I ask the government to provide further support for the creative and events sectors to bridge them through winter and prevent avoidable unemployment. The museums sector is also struggling with only 38% open last week and facing closures during winter due to safety concerns.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
I am concerned about the impact of insufficient government support on Glasgow's cultural and creative industries. This includes musicians, technicians, venue staff, production companies, and those in the events sector, among others, all part of a local ecosystem that is worth £11 billion to the UK economy. Constituents have expressed hurt over recent comments from Westminster regarding their livelihoods. Additionally, the Scottish Events Campus employs more than 200 people with additional staff for events, while exhibitions contribute over £11 billion to the economy but receive little support, risking job losses of around 114,000 in the sector.
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