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TIGA Adopts 5 Principles for Safeguarding Players

Following a consultation process, The Independent Game Developers Association (TIGA) has formally adopted its voluntary 5 Principles for Safeguarding Players. TIGA has devised the Principles for games businesses to follow…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 25, 2020

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New £65 million package for 5G trials announced

The Government has announced that rural areas will benefit from a series of government-funded trials to help them seize the potential of modern technology. Nine projects across the country will…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 20, 2020

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The Migration Points Based System and the UK Video Games Industry

TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, said today that it welcomed the Government’s intention to expand the skilled based migration route by reducing the salary threshold…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 19, 2020

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Regulator Ofcom to have more powers over UK social media

On Wednesday 12 February 2020, the UK Government announced that new powers will be given to watchdog Ofcom to force social media firms to act over harmful content online. Ofcom…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 12, 2020

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TIGA celebrates Safer Internet Day 2020

Today, TIGA is marking Safer Internet Day and the work that needs to be done to ensure that children and adults are protected from online harm. TIGA has published 5…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 11, 2020

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HMRC releases guidance on claiming for Video Games Tax Relief

On 11 February 2020, HM Revenue and Customs published guidance on how companies can apply for Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR). The guidance document outlines the financial and cultural tests…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 11, 2020

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Record amount of investment and number of video games supported by Video Games Tax Relief

A total of 247 video games received final certification for Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR) in 2019, the highest number since the cultural test was introduced, according to new figures…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 6, 2020

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DCMS releases economic growth figures for the UK creative industries

New Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) statistics have revealed that the DCMS sectors contribute £224.1 billion to the UK in 2018, accounting for 11.7% of UK GVA…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 6, 2020

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Ofcom’s latest research into children’s online activity highlights the concerns of parents regarding their children’s online lives

On 4 February 2020, Ofcom revealed the results of their latest research into children’s media and online lives. Ofcom interviewed approximately 3,500 children and parents and produced two reports of…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 4, 2020

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Digital Connectivity in Scotland

On 28 January 2020, the Scottish Parliament discussed the Government’s investment into building a digital connectivity skills base. Kate Forbes, Minister for Public Finance and Digital Economy, detailed the investment…

Suzi StephensonFebruary 3, 2020

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TIGA Adopts 5 Principles for Safeguarding Players

New £65 million package for 5G trials announced

The Migration Points Based System and the UK Video Games Industry

Regulator Ofcom to have more powers over UK social media

TIGA celebrates Safer Internet Day 2020

HMRC releases guidance on claiming for Video Games Tax Relief

Record amount of investment and number of video games supported by Video Games Tax Relief

DCMS releases economic growth figures for the UK creative industries

Ofcom’s latest research into children’s online activity highlights the concerns of parents regarding their children’s online lives

Digital Connectivity in Scotland

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