Source · Select Committees · Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Recommendation 6
6
Accepted
UK Global Screen Fund delivers value but is insufficient for independent film sector needs.
Conclusion
The UK Global Screen Fund delivers excellent value for money, but is insufficient in level and scope to provide the support that our independent film sector requires. (Conclusion, Paragraph 32) 100
Government Response Summary
The government agrees the UK Global Screen Fund is insufficient and has committed to scaling it up from £7 million to £18 million per year as part of a new £75 million Screen Growth Package (2026–2029).
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
We agree. The UK Global Screen Fund is a valuable and well-regarded programme,15 and as part of our new £75 million Screen Growth Package (2026–2029) the government has committed to scaling up the Fund from the current £7 million per year to £18 million per year. The Fund has already contributed to the success of countless award-winning films and screen businesses. This increased funding will support the distribution of up to 200 films and the creation of up to 75 new international film and TV co-productions, and will support up to 175 screen businesses to develop their international capability.