Protecting copyright and creative careers in the face of new technology

Campaigning for legislation to address unfair contract terms and to ensure a fair share of reward throughout the value chain.

The SoA works at UK, EU and international levels to protect and promote a strong copyright regime.

Protecting free speech and creating an environment where everyone is afforded an equal voice.

Industry commitment to inclusivity among creators, audiences and industry professionals is essential for building a strong creative economy and ensuring that the benefits of cultural participation are shared by all.

The success of Britain’s creative industries can only continue if authors and other creators are adequately remunerated for their work.

Campaigning for a fairer tax and benefits regime for authors.

Lobbying for continued support for a system that ensures you are fairly paid when your work is lent through public libraries.

Authors have a right to be recognised for the work they produce. The SoA campaigns for fair credits in all cases.

People deserve to be paid for the work they do – so why are authors so often expected to work for free?

If authors are unable to make a living from their work, the supply of new and innovative writing will dry up. It is vital that they have access to grants and other sources of funding.

Lobbying for a fairer deal for authors when their work is sold at discount.

Authors need readers. The SoA campaigns to preserve libraries, promote a culture of reading and ensure authors are paid fairly for book lending.

Innovation cannot flourish without a strong cultural environment which encourages and rewards imagination and creativity.

Meaningful change can and must happen faster in publishing