3.3d What attracts investors to invest in the creative industries? What are the barriers for investors and what policies can be used to attract more and diverse investors to support the creative industries?

Background

Supporting creative businesses to grow is a central part of DCMS policy. We know there are a range of challenges as creative enterprises scale up, innovate new products and services, and find new audiences. Creative industries also face highly dynamic and competitive markets, and thus we welcome research on how businesses increase resilience to economic shocks.

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