EU support for artists and the cultural and creative sector during the coronavirus crisis

Despite the significant contribution of the CCS to the economy and people’s wellbeing, the situation of operators and workers in the sector is often precarious and their work seasonal. The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic particularly threatens the future of artists, creators and cultural operators, who are severely impacted by the enforcement of social distancing measures and the consequent postponements, cancellations or closures of events, live performances, exhibitions, museums and cultural institutions.