GESAC has sent a statement to the European institutions which includes recommendations on how to best support European creators during this global pandemic.

Creators who rely on the public performance of their work are facing the prospect of present and future earnings being wiped out, as lockdowns take their toll on Europe’s economy.

Alongside the closure of bars, clubs and other venues, the cancellation of events like concerts and festivals has worsened the situation for those whose livelihoods depend on performance and royalty revenues.

European authors’ societies have acted quickly in response to the immediate needs of their members.

Please visit the website of your authors’ society (a list of which can be found at the bottom of this page) to find out more about initiatives being carried out at a national level.

Read below for our specific recommendations and more of the situation facing creators.

Read the full statement here.