Let Us Watch - Support cinemas, theatres and comedy clubs.

Extend funding to cinemas, theatres and comedy clubs as part of the £1.57bn support package announced by the government for Britain's arts and culture sector to survive the hit from the pandemic. #LetUsWatch

This petition was rejected on 12th Oct 2020 as it duplicates an existing petition

The Petition Committee commented:
You may wish to sign some of these petitions: Offer more support to the arts (particularly Theatres and Music) amidst COVID-19: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/320711 Formally recognise Stand-up comedy as an art form and ensure it receives funding: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/549713 Provide increased support to the cinema industry to protect it and employees: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/553300


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The government has failed to provide specific support to cinemas, theatres and comedy clubs. Covid-19 has hit hard on the nightlife sector having a major impact due to the suspension of mass gatherings. Followed by unclear guidelines and a lack of commitment from the government, this has contributed to growing uncertainty within the arts sector, putting at risk millions of jobs. The government must make clear its commitment to ensuring the dance community survives the pandemic. #LetUsWatch