Film Industry

Debate between Joshua Reynolds and Chris Bryant

Wednesday 9th October 2024 Commons Chamber

[Mr Joshua Reynolds (Maidenhead) (LD)]

I thank the Secretary of State for her statement. Bray Studios in my constituency has produced some fantastic pieces, such as “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”—

[The Minister for Creative Industries, Arts and Tourism (Chris Bryant)]

Take a step to the left. [Laughter.]

[Mr Reynolds]

It also produced “Alien” and, more recently, “Rocketman”. However, the creative industries are crying out for support. Costs and funding are key issues facing them, and another is skills. The Secretary of State confirmed in her statement that the Government are overhauling the apprenticeship levy, but is she confident that the reforms will fully suit the needs of the creative industries, given the 25,000 vacancies in the sector?