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• The software and computer game sector has set a standard of high growth
• The recession is playing on stages and in galleries across the country - -
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Star performer needs a broader stage
Britain’s creativity is not in doubt. But more investment and structures are needed to support it, says Brian Groom
Economy: Computer games set standard of high growth
Education funding and tax treatment remain crucial for the sector, says Brian Groom
Education: Universities defend ‘Mickey Mouse degrees’
David Turner looks at the contribution made by the criticised courses
London: Strategy aims to capitalise on a homegrown pool of talent
The creative sector has flourished to become one of the most important parts of the London economy, writes Bob Sherwood
Sponsorship: Effect of recession is playing on stages and in galleries
Peter Aspden looks at the future for funding and sees hard times
Regeneration: Funds issue hangs over rebirth plans
One arts chief is showing how to get by with less grant money
Politics: The shadow of the axe looms
Brian Groom looks at the likelihood of painful cuts
Manchester: The 1980s generation was not so mad after all – it is running the place now
Greater Manchester has more creative businesses than all other northern cities together, writes Andrew Bounds
Tourism: Attractions give the UK a head start
The industry is cautiously optimistic about help from the government, writes Roger Blitz
Glasgow: A year is a short time in the transformation of a city
Tourism is now one of Glasgow’s biggest industries, writes Andrew Bolger
