UK Nightclubs And Music Venues To Benefit £2.25 Million In Covid-19 Support Package

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Funding will save up to one hundred UK nightlife venues.

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"The news follows that of a £1.57 billion support package for the 'arts' which include museums and theatres."

The UK Government has announced early details of a support package totalling £2.25 million to secure the futures of up to 100 nightclubs and live music venues. The news follows that of a £1.57 billion support package for the 'arts' which include museums and theatres.

A crowd of people are standing in front of a stage at a concert.

"(funding) for 'venues whose main function is to present live music events for a public audience in the grassroots part of this sector'."

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed funding to the tune of £2.25 million will be used to ensure the future of up to 100 venues and nightclubs across the UK can apply for grants between £1000 and £80,000 if eligible.


The Arts Council has issued a statement indicating that funding is available for 'venues whose main function is to present live music events for a public audience in the grassroots part of this sector'.



The application window for venues to apply for support is now open - the exact window for applications is July 25th 2020 and August 3rd.

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