U.K.'s COVID-19 Film, TV Relief Fund Closes After Applications Top $6M

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The U.K.'s COVID-19 relief fund for film and TV workers has seen almost 3,000 people apply for more than $6.2 million, exceeding the fund's capacity. More details:

With applications exceeding the fund's coffers, The Film and TV Charity has made an urgent appeal for more financial support, saying it can only"prioritize those most in need" at present.

The fund, which was launched with an initial $3 million pot to distribute to industry creatives impacted by the crisis with grants of between $617 and $3,000 on offer, was opened for applicants for two weeks starting April 7, with the Film and TV Charity now processing the applications. "Coronavirus is having a devastating impact on our industry. People are out of work and desperately worried about their future. The charity has been able to take urgent steps but the number of applications and calls for help demonstrate the extraordinary need for financial support for freelancers," said Alex Pumfrey, CEO of The Film and TV Charity.

 

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