Studies report “no accountability” for racism in UK film and TV industries
Film and TV Charity, have concluded that the agendas and initiatives that have been implemented avoid any substantial interrogation of racism in either industry.As reported by Variety, the studies have also stated that there is “no formal accountability” on racism in the industry.Sasha Salmon, a senior expert in anti-racism and equality, told the publication: “Many of the commitments made by large institutions in the UK point to ‘diversity schemes.’ There are strong and very mixed views as to whether these are valuable or simply performative.”Regarding the film industry, the research found that “there is a notable absence of an account, analysis or explanation from the various institutions and organisations as to why such schemes and