Performing Arts
Commons · Question 27281 · Tabled 4 Sep 2026 · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport · Official record
Answered 9 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Simon Opher
To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of adding a representative from the comedy industry to the Creative Industries Council.
Answer
Answered by Ian Murray, 9 Sep 2026
The Government recognises the significant contribution comedy makes to our creative industries, cultural life and national wellbeing. Arts Council England (ACE) has awarded more than £12 million between 2010/11 and 2024/25 to projects or organisations ide...