Petition · past parliament · HM Treasury

Extend furlough scheme for the Cinema industry

Closed 3,389 signatures

What the petition asks

To offer an extended furlough scheme to employees of cinema chains and independent cinemas in the UK, allowing the cinema industry to reach its pre-lockdown businesses levels whilst awaiting “blockbuster” product.
The industry will collapse without support, this industry has not yet managed to attract customers due to Studios not releasing their blockbuster films. An extension to the furlough scheme, will allow companies to retain their staff, until the distributors release their products. The loss of this sector will result in losing thousands of jobs and millions of pounds per year in tax. The audience is there, but is awaiting product.

Timeline

12 Oct 2020 Petition opened for signatures
12 Apr 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 3,389
Status Closed
Department HM Treasury
Opened 12 Oct 2020
Closed 12 Apr 2021

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.