There’s a Lot You Would Say No To. A film by Henry Iddon
24 April 2020
Fylde based filmmaker, Henry Iddon, has created a short film made over the recent Bank Holiday in Blackpool. "Nothing really happens… which is remarkable in itself!"
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ICG launch Create Great Sweet Shop
24 April 2020
Director, Simon Couchman, and the team at ICG have produced a little activity pack for kids to do during the lockdown. "We are all trying to do our bit to help each other right now and we know from experience how difficult it is to keep the kids motivated and entertained."
The #OurWorldWithout Campaign
23 April 2020
The Creative Industries Federation have launched a new campaign calling on government for urgent funding for the creative industries. The #OurWorldWithout campaign is in aid of creative organisations and professionals who are facing particularly challenging times as a result of Covid-19.
R&D funding to increase digital reach for cultural organisations
14 April 2020
The Space Low-Cost R&D commissioning round is currently open for applications until 7th May 2020. Funded by Arts Council England, the fund is for cultural organisations in England looking to increase their digital reach. Funding available up to £11,000 (ex. VAT).
Could Coronavirus end 'greed is good' culture?
08 April 2020
In a recent podcast for Workplace Evolution, designer and Champion of Creative Lancashire, Wayne Hemingway MBE considers how businesses could potentially re-evaluate their purpose and societal obligations as a response to the current crisis.
New Chair of Creative Lancashire announced
02 April 2020
Jenny Rutter, a leading figure from the county's creative sector has been appointed to Creative Lancashire and is already looking to support the sector during the coronavirus pandemic.
Global Call to Creatives
27 March 2020
For the first time, the UN is launching an Open Brief to creatives everywhere to help spread public health messages in ways that will be effective, accessible and shareable.
WE ARE A KINGDOM UNITED
26 March 2020
A tribute to the heroes of Covid19 and a message to Unite the Kingdom. Made by Northern Heart Films in collaboration with poet Carla Mellor.
Supporting Creative Enterprise
25 March 2020
The response from the sector to the current Coronavirus crisis has been remarkable. With so much news and support out there we'll endeavour to share the most relevant information for creative practitioners and organisations.
COVID-19 Guidance for the Creative Sector from Creative Industries Federation
25 March 2020
With the rapidly changing nature of the COVID-19 outbreak, information and advice from Government is constantly being updated. The Creative Industries Federation have collated advice from across the sector to provide guidance to those in the creative industries who are affected.
ACE announce emergency funding package!
24 March 2020
Arts Council England (ACE), will offer individuals and organisations working in the cultural sector new financial support during this crisis, totalling £160 million. These emergency funding streams will be open to applications very soon.
Boost: #AskForHelp
24 March 2020
Boost have built a dedicated #AskForHelp hub with resilience guides, access to Government updates and partner advice as well information about webinars, virtual drop-in sessions and other support.
Free Creative Industries Federation Membership Offer
19 March 2020
The Creative Industries Federation is a national membership organisation that advocates for and supports the creative industries. They have a free membership offer to support freelancers and small businesses during the Covid-19 crisis.
BBC announces new programme package to support the nation
19 March 2020
The BBC has set out how it will ensure it keeps the nation informed, educated, and entertained in unprecedented times.
National Festival of Making 2020 is postponed
19 March 2020
This year's National Festival of Making, due to take place on Sat 6 – Sun 7 June 2020, has been postponed due to the developing situation regarding COVID-19.
