Pact Statement on Pact/BECTU Scripted TV Agreement Ballot

Pact welcomes the result of the recent BECTU ballot, which accepted new terms and conditions of work for crew in TV and SVOD drama series. This agreement, which comes into force on 1^st January 2023, has a term of three years and will provide stability for the industry at a time of economic challenge. The agreement covers all scripted including regional/nations drama, kids and comedy - productions that can be difficult to finance but are fundamental to the drama landscape because they are a training ground for new and diverse talent and crew members.

Pact would like to thank the heads of production from member companies who worked tirelessly in order to find pragmatic and fair solutions to issues raised during negotiations.