US tariffs could deal a knock-out blow to an industry only just recovering

Responding to the announcement of new tariffs on US imports of films, Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said:

“The UK is a world leader in film and TV production, employing thousands of talented workers, and this is a key growth sector in the government’s industrial strategy.

“These tariffs, coming after Covid and the recent slowdown, could deal a knock-out blow to an industry that is only just recovering and will be really worrying news for tens of thousands of skilled freelancers who make films in the UK.

“The government must move swiftly to defend this vital sector, and support the freelancers who power it, as a matter of essential national economic interest.”