News & Updates

The Government has announced the launch of a comprehensive review of the BBC’s Royal Charter, marking a significant step toward shaping the broadcaster’s future.

Pact CEO, John McVay highlighted the challenges facing producers and our policy recommendations for the committee to support the sector.

Whilst our negotiations with Equity are on-going, we have agreed to extend the current rates under the Pact Equity Cinema Films Agreement until Sunday 5th April 2026.

From January, Pact members will be able to benefit from free sustainable business and production support, provided by film and TV sustainability specialists, Picture Zero. 

The BBC has announced new Nations funding and commissioning plans, which include bringing together its Content and Nations teams under a new TV commissioning model.

An update for members on the UK Government’s Employment Rights Bill and expected timeline for its implementation, and a new report published with recommendations to improve working conditions in the creative industries in Scotland.

Read the final round up of our nations and regions activities of 2025 from Director of Nations & Regions, Chris Curley, encompassing promising national and regional developments for the indie sector and a range of industry events.

We are disappointed that Ofcom has made only minimal changes to its guidance following a consultation which Pact submitted a response to on behalf of independent producers.

Overall, our negotiations with Equity have been constructive, but the union is balloting its members on whether they would be prepared to refuse digital scanning on set.

Proposed new deal to be voted on by MU members in January and a grace period for holdover of the existing rates can be applied until Sunday 1st March 2026.