Dangerous ideas to unlock the UK’s creative economy - Arts Professional

Dangerous Ideas to Unlock the UK's Creative Economy

More than 50 professionals gathered at Here East in London to debate "dangerous ideas", as shared by Gavin Poole, CEO of Here East.

Britain has always been a nation defined by its willingness to break conventions, with successes stemming from individuals and institutions willing to reject established thinking.

Disruptive ingenuity is our most valuable asset as we navigate between human creativity and artificial intelligence.

The UK's creative industries are a significant contributor, growing 1.5 times faster than the overall economy and worth an estimated £124bn.

Author's summary: Unlocking the UK's creative economy through disruptive ideas.

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ArtsProfessional ArtsProfessional — 2025-10-15