Who is CIISA
CIISA (The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority) is the industry-backed, independent standards authority for the UK’s creative sector.
Currently operating across music, film, television and theatre, we set clear and consistent expectations for behaviour through the CIISA Standards – and we support accountability where those standards are not met.
Our aim is to uphold and improve standards of behaviour across the creative industries and to prevent and tackle all forms of bullying and harassment, including discriminatory behaviour. CIISA offers support and resources for organisations to adopt and embed the CIISA Standards.
We will be launching a range of services over the next three years to support greater accountability in the creative sector, including an Independent Reporting Service, early interventions like mediation and arbitration, and investigations in the most serious and complex cases.
Read more in our strategy for 2026-29, Empowering Creativity by Protecting People.
“The UK’s creative industries are a remarkable national asset – driving growth, shaping our global reputation, and supporting millions of jobs across the UK. CIISA’s role is to help the creative sector effectively protect and support the people who are so vital to its success.”
Baroness Helena Kennedy KC LT, Chair of CIISA
The two short CIISA films have been made with thanks to Ridley Scott Associates. Editor Steph McAuley
What we will do
Find out more about our proposed services
- Services: Mediation, early dispute resolution, immediate advice, support navigating the criminal justice system, investigations.
- Data and insight: Share insight and trends from our data and cross-sector expertise.
- Influence: Working with expert partners on issues such as advocating for preventing the of misuse of NDAs, better advice and protections for freelancers, promoting inclusivity such as wider adoption of the Anti-Racism Code, which is being developed by Black Lives in Music who are key partners of CIISA.
- Support navigating the criminal justice system: In some cases, CIISA will recommend that further action is taken given the seriousness of the concerns brought forward. CIISA will give professional support to individuals who are taking their concerns to the police or through the criminal justice system.