The survey found that 88 percent of 11,500 respondents wanted tougher copyright laws, only 7 percent supported existing rules, and just 3 percent backed the government’s opt-out approach proposal.

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This consultation followed a high-profile campaign by leading creatives like Elton John and Paul McCartney, with ministers yet to confirm the next steps, while union Equity hailed the results as a vindication for the sector.