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LA production days decline further
FilmLA has announced that on-location filming across all filming categories declined by 24.5% in the first half of 2009 compared to the same six-month period in 2008. The nonprofit organisation that coordinates permits for filmed entertainment in the city and…
Fears for Irish Film Board
A Government appointed group has reported that significant savings could be made if the Irish Film Board was disbanded. An Bord Snip Nua, an influential cost-cutting body, has also suggested that the 481 tax break, which provided USD46.5 million to…
Quebec increases tax credit
The Quebec government has announced changes to its tax credit programme for foreign film production services. The 25% rate, applicable to labour costs, has now been extended to include all eligible expenses. An additional 5% enhancement for special effects, digital…
Czech politicians acknowledge need for incentives
Czech politicians from opposite sides of the political divide are showing new support for the Czech film industry. Speaking on a July the 5th talkshow broadcast by Czech Television, Mirek Topolanek of the center-right Civic Democrats and Vitezslav Jandak of…
Ausfilm appoint new CEO
Jackie O’Sullivan has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Ausfilm, the organisation charged with promoting Australia internationally as a production destination. O’Sullivan will replace departing CEO Caroline Pitcher in August. Martin Cayzer, Ausfilm Chairman, said: “Jackie will bring a truly…
KOFIC chairman dismissed
Kang Han-sup, the chairman of the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), has been forced to stand down by the Ministry of Strategy and Culture who supervises the council's activities. Kang was appointed in May 2008 and was due to serve a…
Made in NY tax credit reaches limit
As of Tuesday, June 30, 2009, New York City’s "Made in NY" tax credit for qualified film and television production – the only one of its kind administered by a city in the US – has reached its full allocation…
Roy Button recieves OBE
Roy Button, Senior Vice-President and Managing Director of Warner Brothers Productions and long-standing member of the Production Guild, was awarded the Order of the British Empire for services to the Film Industry in Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday Honours List…
Ontario expands tax credit
The government of Ontario is proposing further enhancements to its permanent film and television production services tax credit. It is part of the government’s plan to support growth and job creation in Ontario’s economy, including the film and television industry.…
SPAA moves to make Australia more competitive
The Screen Producers Association of Australia (SPAA) has announced a move to make Australia more attractive for international television commercials production. Geoff Brown, Executive Director of SPAA, said that in response to feedback from international advertising agencies and a rapidly…