The UK\u27s creative economy is one of its great national strengths,  historically deeply rooted and accounting for around one-tenth of the  whole economy. It provides jobs for 2.5 million people – more than in  financial services, advanced manufacturing or construction – and in  recent years, this creative workforce has grown four times faster than  the workforce as a whole. But behind this success lies much disruption and business  uncertainty, associated with digital technologies. Previously profitable  business models have been swept away, young companies from outside the  UK have dominated new internet markets, and some UK creative businesses  have struggled to compete. UK policymakers too have failed to keep pace with developments in  North America and parts of Asia. But it is not too late to refresh tired  policies. This manifesto sets out our 10-point plan to bolster one of  the UK\u27s fastest growing sectors