The Script Vault

We fully support @TheWritersGuild and @ALCS_UK in their efforts to protect writers' copyright from the serious threat posed by AI. A recent report by WGGB and ALCS found that 60% of the 332 authors surveyed said their work had been used to train AI large language models without their permission or payment.

Opportunity to work with Warp Films and Film Nation. The winner will be offered the unique chance to work closely with FilmNation TV UK or Warp Films through a long-term placement, a bursary worth £3000 and mentoring support. They will take part in a peer-group programme with opportunities to meet agents and established writers and take part in a next-steps workshop. The winner will also be given access to the C4/NWN Northern Talent Network. Deadline 26 June 2026. newwritingnorth.com/northern-write…

Deadline is June 8th!

'How to Write a Satisfying Resolution to Your Story'. Some great tips from our friends at @finaldraftinc

May 18th Deadline! @finaldraftinc

⭐The 2026 Big Break Screenwriting Contest features top industry pros from Bellevue, Heroes and Villains Entertainment, Producerst + many more! The Big Break Screenwriting Contest Early Bird Deadline is April 27th. Enter now: hubs.ly/Q049DdGR0

The final chapter. Creator Steven Knight discusses Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man: a WWII thriller, ghost story, and father-son reckoning for Tommy Shelby. Streams March 20.Check out our exclusive Interview with Steven: hubs.ly/Q0483Mqh0

The RSC welcomes the announcements made today by @DCMS and the embedding of capital investment in the funding model for arts organisations. Read our full response here 👉 rsc.org.uk/news/our-respo…

‼️ Ditch rigid New Year’s resolutions! This anti-resolution guide can help screenwriters build sustainable writing systems, hit deadlines, and improve craft all year: hubs.ly/Q03_TxBq0 #screenwriting #screenwritinggoals #antiresolution #screenwritingtips

Day 7 of #ALCSAdvent! Earlier this year, we submitted a response to the government consultation on AI and copyright. We insisted on the need for transparency, argued against a copyright exception, and shared guidance to help our members have their say 📣

This is great news. A brilliantly written play by @mrJamesGraham which deserves to be seen by as many young people as possible.

This is a great membership to have for writers.✍️ #writers #playwrights

US judge preliminarily approves $1.5 billion Anthropic copyright settlement.

Courtesy of @BIFA_film, this interview with @StephenMerchant gives great advice on writing comedy, breaking into TV writing and understanding the craft of comedy filmmaking. Full episode now on YouTube.

@TheWritersGuild has joined over 70 of the UK’s leading creators and creative organisations in signing an open letter demanding the Government explain its failure to protect the rights of UK copyright holders.

Great ideas deserve great protection! TheScriptVault.com

The Royal Court Theatre In London announces first national young playwrights award. The free-to-enter competition for 13-18 year-olds opens in Jan 2026. Winning plays to be published by the award’s partner @NickHernBooks and professionally performed in the Jerwood Theatre Upstairs in July 2026. @TheStage. @royalcourt is partnered with @Artfulscribeuk, @LitWales, @LitWorks, @moniackmhor, @WritersCentre, @NewWritingNorth, @WritingEM & @YOUNGIDmcr. thestage.co.uk/news/royal-cou…

The Stage Write Playwright Development Programme is now taking applications for 2026. It's run by Liverpool's Royal Court Theatre (a theatre we love!) @RoyalCourtLiv liverpoolsroyalcourt.com/stage-write/