PLASA urges joint industry effort to secure state support
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The action forms part of the #EventsForTheFuture initiative, launched by the ABTT, PSA, PLASA, SOLT and UK Theatre, which aims to increase the visibility of the events and entertainment industries and campaign for further support.
To make it simple to contact their local representative, the organisations have created four letter templates suitable for businesses, employees, freelancers, and one-person limited companies. The templates are freely available to download on each association’s websites – head over to www.plasa.org/coronavirus-mp-letter-templates to download the PLASA templates.
PLASA says the #EventsForTheFuture campaign has received “a fantastic response” since launching last week, with the Association reporting 1,900 letter downloads. PLASA has thanked those who have already sent their letter. “Your response will help make the industry’s voice heard at government level,” says the Association.
In addition to the letter templates, the Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is currently welcoming feedback from the creative and cultural sectors. PLASA has already submitted written evidence arguing for additional industry-specific support and urges you to do the same.
The DCMS enquiry, which is open until Friday, 19 June, is an opportunity to submit a detailed analysis of your ongoing situation straight to government and raise awareness of our industry.
The DCMS has also published a short survey to gain the latest insights into the impact of COVID-19 and the availability of government support.
