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<p>In 2019-2020 the Government provided £18 million of support to 565 orchestral productions
through the Orchestra Tax Relief. While all tax reliefs are kept under review, the
Government is not planning changes to the Orchestra Tax Relief at this time.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government has provided support to the cultural sector during the pandemic
through the £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund. To date, £409 million in grant funding
has been awarded to over 2,000 cultural organisations in England, including orchestras,
music venues, galleries, theatres, museums and festivals.</p><p> </p><p>The Government
has also extended the temporary reduced VAT rate for hospitality and tourism to 31
March 2021. This will continue to apply to admission to attractions across the UK,
including concerts, theatres, exhibitions and similar events.</p>
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