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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.

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New MU Partnership Gives Members Access to Specialist Car and Home Insurance Cover

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Sign the Petition to Protect the BBC’s Future

A collective of arts, entertainment and broadcast unions, including the Musicians’ Union, have launched a joint petition to protect the future of the BBC.

Published: 03 July 2026

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MU Highlights Challenges Facing Freelance Musicians in Parliament

Musicians’ Union General Secretary Naomi Pohl tells MPs that, despite improvements in workers’ rights, freelance musicians are still facing significant challenges.

Published: 01 July 2026

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Discounted Travel, Hotel and Holiday Bookings for MU Members With utc.travel

Members can now access 12 months of discounted rates for travel, hotel and holiday bookings with private travel platform utc.travel.

Published: 01 July 2026

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Open Call to Perform at Showcase Festival SQUARE in Portugal

Taking place in early 2027 across four Portuguese cities, SQUARE is seeking British and European artists to perform as part of its showcase line-up. Apply by 15 August 2026.

Published: 30 June 2026

Peter Raistrick: Why Musicians and Trade Unionists Must Stand Against the Far Right

In this opinion piece, Peter Raistrick, London Regional Committee member and Young Members' Network activist, reflects on the responsibility of musicians and trade unionists to defend creative freedom, workers' rights and an inclusive society in the face of the growing threat of the far right.

Published: 29 June 2026

MU Affiliates to Ukraine Solidarity Campaign and Supports Frontline Schools Appeal

The MU has formally affiliated to the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (USC) and is encouraging members to support a new aid appeal for schools and communities in eastern Ukraine.

Published: 25 June 2026

MU Takes Union Solidarity to the 103rd American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Convention

MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl and Head of International Dave Webster shared union solidarity and spotlighted common industrial issues in keynote speeches at the 103rd American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Convention.

Published: 25 June 2026

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08 Jul 2026

MU Members’ Summer Social: Belfast

Join fellow members in Belfast for an informal summer social. Enjoy a complimentary drink, make new industry connections and meet your MU Scotland and Northern Ireland team.

Belfast

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10 Jul 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.

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16 Jul 2026

The MU in Conversation With: Florian Koempel

Join us for an exclusive lunchtime session with copyright expert and author Florian Koempel as he breaks down the realities of the modern music business and what they mean for working musicians. Attend in person or online.

London and online via Zoom

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17 Jul 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.

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24 Jul 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

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29 Jul 2026

First Aid at Work: Three-Day Course

A three-day, in-person course available at a reduced cost for members in Wales. Successful candidates will receive an HSE-approved certificate valid for three years upon completion of the final assessment. Held in English.

Cardiff

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30 Jul 2026

Online WSWE Member Surgeries: 30 July

A short, focused space to talk something through and get clarity on next steps. For members in Wales and South West England (WSWE).

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This is not a hobby - it's our profession

No-one should feel guilty about turning down unpaid “opportunities". Have you been asked to work for no fee?

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Sign the Petition to Protect the BBC’s Future

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Open Call to Perform at Showcase Festival SQUARE in Portugal

Peter Raistrick: Why Musicians and Trade Unionists Must Stand Against the Far Right

MU Affiliates to Ukraine Solidarity Campaign and Supports Frontline Schools Appeal

MU Takes Union Solidarity to the 103rd American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Convention

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MU Members’ Summer Social: Belfast

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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The MU in Conversation With: Florian Koempel

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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We Are Behind Every Musician

Change the Law to Fix Music Streaming

Over £3 Million Returned to Musicians Through MU Support in 2025

New MU Partnership Gives Members Access to Specialist Car and Home Insurance Cover

Members also viewed

News and features

Sign the Petition to Protect the BBC’s Future

MU Highlights Challenges Facing Freelance Musicians in Parliament

Discounted Travel, Hotel and Holiday Bookings for MU Members With utc.travel

Open Call to Perform at Showcase Festival SQUARE in Portugal

Peter Raistrick: Why Musicians and Trade Unionists Must Stand Against the Far Right

MU Affiliates to Ukraine Solidarity Campaign and Supports Frontline Schools Appeal

MU Takes Union Solidarity to the 103rd American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Convention

Upcoming events

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MU Members’ Summer Social: Belfast

Last chance to book

Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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The MU in Conversation With: Florian Koempel

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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First Aid at Work: Three-Day Course

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Online WSWE Member Surgeries: 30 July

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