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Will the London 2012 Olympics benefit musicians?

Will the London 2012 Olympics benefit musicians?

The London 2012 Olympics could be a huge boost to many sectors of the UK economy. However questions are being raised about what it will mean for professional British musicians.

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New MU discounted parking rates for London's West End

New MU discounted parking rates for London's West End

The MU has successfully negotiated a concessionary rate of £5 for parking in the London West End with Q-Park and NCP. MU London is delighted at the encouraging response from members in relation to this agreement.

Keep Music Making at W. Dunbartonshire Schools

Keep Music Making at W. Dunbartonshire Schools

Research shows that learning to play a musical instrument or to sing enhances a child’s cultural, social and educational learning. Join us in campaigning to save the music service.

Funding cuts — what is your story?

Funding cuts — what is your story?

Lost Arts estimates that over £20m has been lost to UK arts funding, with a sum in the region of £41m subsequently lost to the national economy. The project’s Twitter page is @_lostarts and a new Facebook page will soon follow.

Fair compensation. Why it matters.

Fair compensation. Why it matters.

In his review of intellectual property and growth, Professor Hargreaves proposes a change to the law, which would mean that format shifting would no longer be an illicit act. This change is long overdue - but we need to be careful that it doesn't harm performers.

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