UK Appoints Creative Freelance Champion to Support 2.4M Workers

[etfs]

The UK government has created a Creative Freelance Champion role within the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, aiming to support the country’s 2.4 million creative workers, many of whom are freelancers.

The creative sector contributes £124.6 billion to the economy, but freelancers often face challenges like IR35 tax rules, pensions, and difficulty obtaining mortgages.

Jon Williams, CEO of The Liberty Guild, calls the role a step in the right direction, though he notes its powers may be limited.

[jacson4]

A brilliant move by the UK government. Having a dedicated voice for 2.4 million freelancers could finally bring reforms that matter.

[alex10]

This could be the start of something big — official representation means freelancers might finally get standard benefits and legal backing.