Our discussion papers provide authentic and independent research about the creative industries and an informed discussion of the policy issues that shape or support them. We encourage researchers both in the PEC and beyond to contribute to the series. See the guidelines for discussion papers and submit a PEC discussion paper for consideration to our Research Director Bruce Tether at bruce.tether@manchester.ac.uk
See our current research programme for key publications through to March 2021 including current research commissions and co-commissions.
Authors: Dr Eva Nieto McAvoy, Professor Stuart Allan
Findings from a study examining newspaper coverage of COVID-19's impact on the creative industries
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Authors: Dr Salvatore Di Novo, Professor Giorgio Fazio, Professor Jonathan Sapsed, Dr Josh Siepel
A paper looking at the barriers that are preventing creative firms from accessing R&D investment.
Discussion Paper
Authors: Professor Giorgio Fazio, Dr Salvatore Di Novo, Dr Sara Maioli, Professor Jonathan Sapsed, Dr Wessel Vermeulen
A review of the national and international data sources used to measure creative trade.
Discussion Paper
Authors: Dr Wessel Vermeulen, Dr Salvatore Di Novo, Professor Giorgio Fazio
Investigating the overlooked issue of the international attractiveness of creative degrees
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