Kate O’Connor, Executive Chair of Animation UK, recently spoke to The European Animation Journal about rebuilding creative bridges with Europe and the role of UK producers in today’s shifting landscape.
In the interview, Kate reflects on the return of the Animated UK Meets Europe initiative at Cartoon Forum, highlighting why this platform is central to ensuring that the UK’s creative voice remains strong across European markets.
Post-Brexit realities have reshaped the way UK producers can participate, with funding decisions now limiting involvement to minority co-production partnerships. Yet Kate underlines that Cartoon Forum remains a vital space, not only for showcasing UK work but also for setting an example for future generations on overcoming structural challenges, such as the loss of access to Creative Europe MEDIA funding.
She also references Animation UK’s Blueprint for Sector Growth, which makes the proposal for closer alignment with European policy frameworks to strengthen long-term collaboration.
👉 Read the full interview here to explore Animation UK’s case for the UK animation industry re-joining Creative Europe.
