Tax Reliefs: Theatre, Orchestra and Museums and Galleries Exhibition

Baroness Fleet Excerpts

Tuesday 15th October 2024 Lords Chamber

[Lord Livermore (Lab)]

I am very grateful to my noble friend. To be honest, I think that the point has already been registered; that is why we have made the creative industries a key part of our industrial strategy. The Government are committed to supporting the creative industries, including all the sectors that have been mentioned today, and that is why they will form a key part of the industrial strategy that was announced yesterday.

[Baroness Fleet (Con)]

My Lords, can the Minister tell us whether he recognises the vital role that the orchestra tax relief plays in the performing arts sector?

[Lord Livermore (Lab)]

I am afraid I cannot comment on any specific tax.