UK at risk of becoming cultural wasteland without more arts support MP warns

The transcript discusses the impact of COVID-19 on regional theaters in the UK, highlighting closures and the risk of cultural decline. It acknowledges government support of £1.57 billion but stresses the need for a long-term plan to sustain cultural and sporting industries. The speaker emphasizes the importance of timely fund distribution and the challenges faced by sectors like film and TV production, which require specific government interventions to mitigate risks and ensure economic and cultural stability.

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