AQW 38732/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Communities
To ask the Minister for Communities to detail (i) whether he has considered adopting a Fair Work model for the creative industries; and (ii) any steps being taken to improve income and job security for musicians.
Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 21 January 2026
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 21 January 2026
- Answer due by
- 5 February 2026
- Answered
- 2 February 202612 days after tabling
- Department
- Department for Communities
- Priority question
- No
Answer
The Arts Council is aware of and is reviewing the Fair Work principles. It has published its guidance to funding recipients on Rates of Pay for Artists, with remuneration standards for artists, including musicians.