Westminster eForum: The UK video games industry: technology, policy priorities and new avenues for growth

Delegates at this seminar will discuss the growth of the UK video games industry.

Following further investment announced in the recent budget delegates will discuss priorities for policy to build on growth in the UK industry - including issues of funding, tax incentives and ensuring the UK skills base continues to develop. Further sessions examine technological developments, including opportunities created by the rollout of virtual reality games consoles. The agenda will also examine the commercial opportunities for large businesses and SMEs, at a time of growth in mobile gaming, convergence between devices and increasing extension of franchises into new mediums, including films and television.

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The Westminster eForum aims to provide the premier environment for policymakers in Parliament, Whitehall and regulatory agencies to engage with key stakeholders in timely discussion on public policy relating to technology. These include representatives of technology businesses, their business and domestic customers, and their advisors; interest groups and the voluntary sector; and academics and commentators, along with members of the reporting press.