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Campaigns Change the Law to Fix Music Streaming 2026'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
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Join the MU at the We Make Music Scotland Conference 2026 MU members are invited to attend We Make Music Scotland's National Music Education Conference on Thursday 3 and Friday 4 September 2026 at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow. Published: 11 June 2026 Read more about Join the MU at the We Make Music Scotland Conference 2026
Join the MU at the Artists’ Care Knowledge Exchange MU members with an interest in creative health are invited to attend the Artists’ Care knowledge exchange at University of York on Wednesday 8 July. Published: 11 June 2026 Read more about Join the MU at the Artists’ Care Knowledge Exchange
MU Well-Represented at European Movement Roundtable and Report Launch MU representatives joined a discussion with European Movement and Lib Dem MPs to address the impact of Brexit on touring artists. The roundtable also marked the launch of a new report that sets out solutions to rebuild UK–EU creative cooperation. Published: 11 June 2026 Read more about MU Well-Represented at European Movement Roundtable and Report Launch
MU Statement on Racist, Anti-Migrant Violence in the UK The MU opposes all forms of racism and anti-migrant rhetoric. We stand with our members from the Global Majority, refugee members and members seeking asylum affected by recent events. Published: 10 June 2026 Read more about MU Statement on Racist, Anti-Migrant Violence in the UK
MU General Secretary Discusses Music Education Funding with Chancellor MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl met Chancellor Rachel Reeves yesterday at a TULO meeting to raise concerns about long-standing underfunding of music education and called for it to be increased in line with inflation. Published: 04 June 2026 Read more about MU General Secretary Discusses Music Education Funding with Chancellor
MU Welcomes New Guidance on Protecting Children and Educators From AI-Generated Image Abuse The new advice highlights the risks of sharing images online and offers practical steps to help keep children, young people and adults safe. Published: 04 June 2026 Read more about MU Welcomes New Guidance on Protecting Children and Educators From AI-Generated Image Abuse
Call for Artists: Help UK Access EU Funding Through Creative Europe Programme UK musicians are missing out on major EU funding. Help the Forum on EU-UK Cultural & Media Relations advocate for the UK joining Creative Europe by submitting a short testimonial. Published: 04 June 2026 Read more about Call for Artists: Help UK Access EU Funding Through Creative Europe Programme
12 Jun 2026 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
16 Jun 2026 Ladies of the Stave: Networking Session For Female Musicians A free networking event to support female musicians and musical directors in theatre, hosted by Nimax Theatres and supported by the MU. London Read more about Ladies of the Stave: Networking Session For Female Musicians
19 Jun 2026 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
23 Jun 2026 CULT Cymru: Creative Industries Safety Passport This online, accredited full-day course, is aimed at creative workers to promote a personal responsibility for safety. Discount is available for MU members based in Wales. Online Read more about CULT Cymru: Creative Industries Safety Passport
25 Jun 2026 CULT Cymru: Finance for Freelancers An online training day for creatives in Wales who are either currently freelance or are going freelance for the first time. Online Read more about CULT Cymru: Finance for Freelancers
25 Jun 2026 Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTDfIT): What Software Should I Use? Preparing for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTDfIT)? Join Sinéad Pratschke from Musicians' Tax Adviser for a practical one-hour webinar exploring accounting software options and how to choose the right system for your needs. Online, Zoom Member only Read more about Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTDfIT): What Software Should I Use?
26 Jun 2026 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