Spain’s €400 Youth Cultural Bonus delayed
The scheme to entice 18-year-olds to concerts and other cultural activities forms part of government plans to rebuild the sector post-pandemic
News By James Hanley | 1 July 2022
Plans to give Spanish citizens who turn 18 this year a voucher worth €400 to spend on culture have been delayed. The Youth Cultural Bonus forms part of government plans to rebuild the sector post-pandemic, in response to data showing public spending on cultural goods and services fell 15.8% in 2020.
Those eligible will be able to spend a maximum of €200 on live art including music concerts and festivals, plus up to €100 each on physical cultural products and online or digital consumption.
The scheme…