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UKIE Calls For Continuity as Impact of Games Growth Package Becomes Apparent

One year on from its launch, the UK games industry and policymakers have given an initial positive assessment of the Games Growth Package. UKIE chief Nick Poole has called for continuity. The successes achieved are a cause for optimism, but are still fragile.

Stephan Steininger
Stephan Steininger
July 23, 2026 – 2 min read

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UKIE Calls For Continuity as Impact of Games Growth Package Becomes Apparent
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