US EditionUK government in 'active discussions' with Washington over US film tariffs as Starmer urged to 'stand up' to Trump
- The UK government is in active discussions with the U.S. Administration in May 2025 about potential tariffs on foreign films, including British productions.
- These discussions follow President Trump's declaration of a 100% tariff on movies made abroad, posing a threat to British film studios and employment, particularly in the Berkshire area.
- Berkshire, known as the 'Hollywood of the UK', hosts major studios like Shinfield producing blockbuster films and employing hundreds, prompting calls for urgent government action.
- Liberal Democrat MPs urged ministers to meet industry leaders and launch a 'Watch British' campaign to support filmmakers and encourage cinemas and broadcasters to showcase UK productions.
- The discussions aim to protect British cultural and economic interests by mitigating tariffs and maintaining the strong mutual benefits between the U.S. And UK film industries.
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Trump Readies UK Trade Deal, As British Minister Says Talks Underway To “Mitigate” Film Tariff
Donald Trump is preparing to unveil a trade deal with the UK on Thursday amid ongoing talks with the British government about his film tariff bombshell. In a Truth Social post, Trump said he would hold a “big news conference” at 10AM local time, concerning a “major trade deal with representatives of a big, and highly respected country.” 10 Downing Street also confirmed that Prime Minister Keir Starmer will update the nation on his trade talk…
Trump proposes 100% tariff on films.
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UK government in 'active discussions' with Washington over US film tariffs as Starmer urged to 'stand up' to Trump
Culture minister Chris Bryant said the government is in talks with Washington over its latest tariff threat, which has left industry figures worried about the UK film business.
US film tariff not seen as big threat to Thailand
A threat by US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on films produced outside the United States is unlikely to affect foreign film shoots in Thailand in the short term, as most productions have already been planned, according to the Tourism Department.
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