The Smart Fund is a proposal to unlock up to £300m a year for UK creators, performers and cultural projects at no additional cost to the Government or taxpayer. It would ask manufacturers of digital devices to make a small one-off contribution upon the purchase of each device, to create a fairer circular flow of value between technology, culture and the people whose work powers the digital economy. It would mirror established schemes in 46 other countries around the world.
The Smart Fund is a proposal to unlock up to £300m a year for UK creators, performers and cultural projects at no additional cost to the Government or taxpayer. It would ask manufacturers of digital devices to make a small one-off contribution upon the purchase of each device, to create a fairer circular flow of value between technology, culture and the people whose work powers the digital economy. It would mirror established schemes in 46 other countries around the world.
The Smart Fund delivers
A funding solution for the UK’s creative industries
The Smart Fund will support creativity and culture across all of the UK
A sustainable solution at no cost to the Government or Taxpayer
Bringing together creators, technology companies and Government for a more sustainable economy
Return value to creators and performers
The Smart Fund is a no brainer. Currently there isn’t any effective way for creators to be recompensed when their work is downloaded and stored by audiences. The Smart Fund provides a way to invest in creative talent of all ages and backgrounds.