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The video discusses the critical role of social media, particularly Facebook, in sustaining the tribute industry. It highlights the challenges faced by tribute artists due to frequent unpublishing of their pages, which affects their livelihood. The speaker emphasizes the need for Meta to establish rules that protect these artists. The tribute industry is portrayed as a significant economic contributor, filling theatres and providing full-time employment for many.

Why is social media presence crucial for the tribute industry?

• It provides free advertising.

• It allows for online shopping.

• It is essential for industry survival.

• It helps in personal communication.

What issue do tribute artists face with their social media pages?

• Pages are frequently taken down and restored.

• Pages are permanently deleted.

• Pages are not visible to the public.

• Pages are hacked by competitors.

What does the speaker suggest Meta should do?

• Implement rules to protect tribute artists.

• Ban tribute pages altogether.

• Provide more entertainment options.

• Increase advertising costs.

How significant is the tribute industry in the UK?

• It is a small niche market.

• It fills half the theatres in the UK.

• It is a declining industry.

• It is only popular in London.

How long has the speaker been involved in the tribute industry?

• 20 years

• 16 years

• 10 years

• 5 years