There is no question that the Omicron phase of the pandemic poses fresh and serious challenges for the arts and cultural sector in 2022. It will not be an easy road. In early February, I announced $121 million in further support for the arts and culture sector to further cushion the blow and protect jobs, incomes, and livelihoods of those who make a living from delivering arts experiences and events, and we should not underestimate the important role that the arts and cultural sector has to play with regards to supporting the wellbeing of New Zealanders but also the economic contribution that the arts and cultural sector make to our country. We continue to listen closely and engage with the sector to ensure we pivot, where needed, to ensure the cultural sector continues to make a significant contribution to our economy and to our collective wellbeing.