The taxpayer cannot afford to take on the liabilities of an ailing industry that looks set to get sicker, at least without huge change.

Government tax credits gave the ailing industry a boost this spring.

Those travelling now are providing a vital fillip to an ailing industry.

Its surprise loftiness proved there exists a sizeable market gasping for relief from the monotonous, regurgitated hits that have become the lifeblood of an ailing industry.