Last week – after a four year journey – tax relief for UK games studios was confirmed. The UK games industry has long campaigned for tax relief for video games to help compete with the likes of Canada, which has been securing investment and attracting British talent with its generous …
Read More »UK Government making age-12 rating legally enforceable for video games
Retailers that sell games rated 12 or over to younger children could be jailed. The decision comes as part of today’s new Government process to have the pan-European PEGI ratings become law. It will add further power to the PEGI ratings, which are being made the sole classification for video …
Read More »End in sight for dual ratings as Parliament starts PEGI plan
After a drawn out saga, the Government today began the Parliamentary process to have the PEGI ratings for video games become the de facto classification in the UK. The dual-ratings system that has seen responsibilities shared with the BBFC and its iconic symbols seen on DVD, video and film will …
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Big businesses will consider investing heavily in Britain, culture minister claims
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Consultation period may prove crucial in determining final investment framework, Culture Minister Ed Vaizey tells Develop
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Coalition government reverses position in dramatic Budget announcement
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Options for other member states even if French 'cultural' policy is blocked; Tiga remains hopeful
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Hopes are high as Department for Education takes its time preparing statement
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