How the EU responds to the coronavirus outbreak in support of the cultural and creative sectors

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To complement and support the actions taken by Member states in support of cultural and creative sectors, European Commission has taken steps to tackle the economic impact of the novel COVID-19 pandemic on the sectors.

The Temporary Framework for state aid measures: this framework enables Member states to use full flexibility under state aid to support economy.

The Coronavirus Response Investment Initiative: allows Member states to provide liquidity to reorient unspent funds on sectors in need; while the main focus would be healthcare and labour markets, provisions can also be made for education and cultural sectors.

Support to mitigate Unemployment Risks in an Emergency (SURE): This support package will help protect jobs and workers affected by Corona virus.

Protecting small and medium-sized businesses: Immediate relief fund for small to medium businesses.

European Guarantee Fund: European Guarantee Fund of €25 billion that will support up to €200 billion of financing for companies, with a special focus on SMEs. 

Creative Europe programme measures: The programmes have been adapted to the current situation to function with maximum flexibility that can be achieved within the limits of the legal framework.

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