The Heritage Council has recently undertaken a survey to assess the impacts of COVID-19 on the heritage sector. There was a strong response to the survey, with 510 individuals, businesses and agencies participating. Some of the key findings included:
· Two-thirds (66%) of heritage sector workers suffered loss or postponement of work due to COVID-19.
· 52% of respondents had experienced temporary closure.
· 51% experienced postponement or cancellation of events.
· 46% experienced a lack of revenue streams.
· 20% experienced staff well-being issues.
· 17% believe their business / organisation would be unlikely to survive the next 12 months without major intervention.
· 75% of heritage organisations did not have a recovery plan in place.
From the survet the Heritage Council is very aware, however, that heritage in all its forms – natural, built and intangible – has played a really important role for our citizens during lockdown. In this regard, the Heritage Council has proposed to Government a range of supports – including financial, capacity-building and advice – that can support the heritage sector in recovery. For more information on the survey see the infographic above or email mail@heritagecouncil.ie.
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