Written questions

Cinemas: Finance

Commons · Question 11558 · Tabled 19 Jun 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 24 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the potential benefits of making community cinemas eligible for the capital funding scheme for cultural venues.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 24 Jun 2026

Community cinemas are an important part of our local areas, providing access to culture, creating spaces for connection, and stimulating footfall on our high streets. Cinemas based in eligible not-for-profit mixed arts venues can benefit from capital inve...