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Musicians and music creators need a better deal from music streaming. It’s time to put the value of music back where it belongs – in the hands of music makers.

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Celebrate Union Pride with the MU at Tolpuddle 2025

Members are invited to join us at this year’s Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival - the biggest celebration of the trade union movement in the Southwest - taking place 18 to 20 July in the beautiful Dorset village of Tolpuddle.

Published: 13 June 2025

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Increased Money for the Creative Industries in Government Spending Review

Yesterday Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves set out her Comprehensive Spending Review. Having lobbied the Government for additional money for music, it was positive to see the Government announce a "significant increase in funding for the creative industries" as a key “growth sector".

Published: 12 June 2025

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29 Jun 2025

Mindfulness for Creatives

This session explores mindfulness for those in creative industries, offering practical tips for daily life and the workplace. Ideal for supportive roles like union reps, WellBeing Facilitators, MH First Aiders, Coaches, and Mentors.

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30 Jun 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.

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07 Jul 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

Upcoming

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