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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meet the 11 ambitious Welsh independent production companies who have been selected to take part in our two-year development programme with Creative Wales.
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.
Independent Review of Creative Scotland Report includes recommendations to change Screen Scotland funding processes and allow it to act more independently.
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.
Budget contains a number of measures impacting UK businesses and announcement was also made regarding administrative amendments to the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) legislation.
The latest edition of the Pact UK TV Exports Report shows that exports of British-owned TV programmes have returned to growth after several unsettling years in global markets, despite ongoing challenges.
