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Campaigns Change the Law to Fix Music Streaming Next year’s AI Bill is a chance to fix copyright law so musicians get a fair deal. Help us urge MPs to act now and change the law to make streaming work for everyone. Get involved
Members to Receive Ballot Papers for Executive Committee and Regional Committee Elections Executive Committee (EC) and Regional Committee (RC) ballots are due to take place, asking MU members to elect representatives from the membership to represent them at Regional and Executive level. Published: 09 October 2025 Read more about Members to Receive Ballot Papers for Executive Committee and Regional Committee Elections
MU Condemns Manchester Synagogue Attack The MU stands in solidarity with Jewish communities, and reaffirms its commitment to opposing discrimination, prejudice and hatred in all their forms. Published: 02 October 2025 Read more about MU Condemns Manchester Synagogue Attack
Government Proposes New Charges for Musical Instrument Certificates The MU warns proposed fees of up to £200 could place an unfair burden on musicians travelling with instruments containing endangered materials. Published: 02 October 2025 Read more about Government Proposes New Charges for Musical Instrument Certificates
MU Supports Congo Week Following a motion to Delegate Conference 2025, the MU shares its support for Congo Week. Published: 02 October 2025 Read more about MU Supports Congo Week
Improved Parking Discount for MU Members Our updated parking discount with Q-Park includes bigger discounts, more flexibility and increased locations for MU members. Published: 01 October 2025 Read more about Improved Parking Discount for MU Members
The Musicians’ Union at Labour Party Conference The MU has been at Labour Party Conference this week asking the Government to ensure that musicians are fairly paid in relation to artificial intelligence (AI) and music streaming. Published: 30 September 2025 Read more about The Musicians’ Union at Labour Party Conference
MU General Secretary Addresses Artificial Intelligence and Music Streaming at Labour Party Conference There’s money in music but it doesn’t go to musicians, Musicians’ Union General Secretary Naomi Pohl tells Labour Party Conference 2025. Published: 30 September 2025 Read more about MU General Secretary Addresses Artificial Intelligence and Music Streaming at Labour Party Conference
10 Oct 2025 Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better Free up your playing and singing using the Feldenkrais method, a sensory-motor learning system which looks at our mind and body holistically. Online Member only Read more about Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better
13 Oct 2025 Guided Meditation An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques that are tailored to help musicians both in their professional and personal lives. Online Member only Read more about Guided Meditation
13 Oct 2025 Suicide Awareness and Prevention Workshop This one-day, in-person workshop is aimed at those in the creative industries. It is designed to help you identify signs that someone may be thinking about suicide and give you the confidence to support them. Available to MU members in Wales. Cardiff Read more about Suicide Awareness and Prevention Workshop
13 Oct 2025 First Aid at Work Training This three-day first aid at work course equips participants with practical skills and knowledge to confidently handle workplace first aid emergencies. Available for members in Wales. Cardiff Read more about First Aid at Work Training
17 Oct 2025 Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better Free up your playing and singing using the Feldenkrais method, a sensory-motor learning system which looks at our mind and body holistically. Online Member only Read more about Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better
18 Oct 2025 Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Cardiff This is an opportunity to ensure that your equipment is safe, and that you are able to provide assurances for your insurance, venues and bookers. Available for all MU members based in Wales and South West England. Cardiff Member only Read more about Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Cardiff
18 Oct 2025 WSWE Local Members' Day in Cardiff Attend two workshops, network with local members, get free portable appliance testing and meet your MU Officials at a local venue in Cardiff. Cardiff Read more about WSWE Local Members' Day in Cardiff