In 2022, a survey revealed that only 11% of people working in the UK’s film and TV sectors considered the industry to be a mentally healthy place to work.

As the latest iteration of the “Looking Glass” survey is launched, we speak with Rupert Jones-Lee, Head of Research and Impact at the Film & TV Charity, about the mental health challenges faced by those in the film and TV industry.

We talk about the reasons behind these mental health struggles, the measures currently being implemented to address them, and the further actions needed to create a healthier work environment.

Do you work in the screen sector? You can complete the latest Looking Glass Survey by clicking here.

Other links:

• If anyone has questions about the survey they can email research@filmtvcharity.org.uk
• Link to the Looking Glass 2022 report: https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/research-impact/reports/looking-glass-22-report/
• Charity website: https://filmtvcharity.org.uk
• The Film & TV Charity’s 24 hour support line is 0800 054 0000. 
• Webchat and email can be reached via https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/get-support/24-hour-support-line/
• Whole Picture Toolkit: https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/get-support/support-for-organisations/the-whole-picture-toolkit/

Content Warning
There is a brief reference to statistics around suicidal ideation.

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