Elected representatives at Belfast City Council this month approved the allocation involving three branches of the industry in the city, with funds going towards investment in venues, a new digital music and marketing platform, and industry mentoring.
The council report states: “The board will help to embed music in all communities across the city to make music a sustainable career option for creators and people who support them.” It had its first meeting earlier this month. The 50K digital funding will go towards “a music support service which will act as a point of contact for all questions arising from within the music community , deliver and promote educational and development opportunities, and facilitate connections amongst and beyond individuals and organisations working within the music sector.”
Is sectarian country music included?