From Music Ally · Stuart Dredge · · 1m
Brit Awards Boost Manchester Economy
Brit Awards move to Manchester generates £5m direct spend and 15,000 jobs.
In brief
Brit Awards move to Manchester generates £5m direct spend and 15,000 jobs. The Brit Awards' shift to Manchester created £5 million in direct spending and over 15,000 jobs. Originally reported by Music Ally.
Brit Awards Move
The Brit Awards moved out of London for the first time in their history this year.
Economic Impact Report
Organisers published a report claiming £5 million in direct spend, over 15,000 days of employment, £3.45 million in Gross Value Added, and £11.2 million in monetised social impact.
Independent Study
The study, conducted independently by Amion Consulting, covers the awards and related concerts, education sessions.
RCA Records Statement
RCA Records co-president Stacey Tang said music connects people, shapes culture, creates jobs, drives investment, and inspires careers.
Next Year's Event
The awards will return to Manchester next February with mayor Bev Craig promising a repeat of the successful event.
Here's the gist
The Brit Awards' shift to Manchester created £5 million in direct spending and over 15,000 jobs.
