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<p>We appreciate that the Covid-19 pandemic presents a significant challenge to many
of DCMS’ creative sectors including the publishing industry. Through regular ministerial-led
roundtables, working groups and contact with DCMS officials, we will continue to work
with the publishing sector to assess and understand the difficulties it faces in these
challenging times and through recovery.</p><p>The Government has provided unprecedented
support for business and workers to protect them against the current economic emergency.
The Government’s response has been one of the most generous and comprehensive in the
world, including the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, the Self-Employed Income Support
Scheme and the Bounceback Loan Scheme and business rates reliefs.</p><p>The publishing
sector has also benefited from the government's introduction of a zero rate of VAT
to e-publications, which was brought forward to 1st May this year. It ensures e-publications
are entitled to the same VAT treatment as their physical counterparts.</p><p>We are
continuing to meet with creative industries stakeholders to provide support and guidance
for the sector during this time.</p><p><strong><strong></strong><br></strong></p>
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