The Greater Manchester Creative Industries Plan

Our consultation is open from 10 March to 17 April (external website)

Greater Manchester is in the process of developing a Creative Industries Sector Plan, to be published in June, 2025. This plan will provide an overview of the sector as it is and where, with targeted investment and activity, we can maximise the economic potential of our thriving creative ecosystem

We want to make sure Greater Manchester's Creative Industries Sector Plan properly captures the strength and diversity of all Creative Industry sub-sectors so if you work in one of the following industries, we want to hear from you!

• Advertising and Marketing

• Architecture

• Design and Designer Fashion

• Film, TV, Radio and Photography

• Museums, Galleries and Libraries

• Crafts

• Performing and Visual Arts

• Publishing

• IT, Software and Computer Services (including Video Games)

• Music

Greater Manchester is ideally placed to make a substantial contribution to the delivery of Invest 2035, building on decades of collaboration and investment to make short, medium and long-term interventions that will bring sustainable growth to the UK economy and enhance the soft power potential of our creative industries while improving the lives of Greater Manchester residents and the vibrancy of our town centres and high streets.

Through sub-sector themed online sessions, as well as an online survey, we would like to hear about your ambitions, experiences and current challenges to make sure our plan gives all creative businesses and individuals the support they need to thrive.

Register your spot at the relevant online session through the link below.