Amanda Parker: Solutions to some of the challenges in the arts go beyond calls for more cash

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Amanda Parker is a cultural business strategist and consultant, working across theatre, TV, film and publishing. She also founded Inc Arts UK and campaigns for greater inclusion in the arts sector workplace

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