The Appeal of the Chamber of Publishers: A democratic government must not be indifferent to the fate of cultural people
The Chamber of Publishers in Poland appeals to the government to support the creative sectors, emphasizing their contribution to the economy and the need for fair compensation for cultural producers.
The Chamber of Publishers in Poland has issued an appeal highlighting the importance of the creative industries, which employ over 300,000 people and contribute 4% to the country's GDP. The members, including professionals from theater, literature, music, television, and publishing, are urging the government to acknowledge and enhance their economic significance to ensure that this contribution increases over time. They emphasize the crucial role of the creative sector in providing valuable content that enriches society's understanding of reality and events while also offering entertainment.
In their statement, the Chamber discusses the need for adequate remuneration for creators and cultural producers through various compensation mechanisms, specifically pointing out the fees associated with 'clean' media and devices used for personal copying of creative works. They argue that these fees are supposed to compensate for the ability to copy works for personal use, but the current system is outdated and unfairly disadvantages creators and producers in the cultural field.
The Chamber concludes that while they appreciate any efforts made by the government to support the cultural sector, more substantial action is needed to modernize and improve the mechanisms of compensation. They call for a democratic response to the challenges faced by cultural workers, suggesting that the government should take a proactive stance to ensure the sustainability and growth of the creative industries in Poland.