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MU Gives Evidence on EU Touring to MPs on Select Committee

MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl spoke to MPs on the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee about touring in the EU, alongside musician Kate Nash and Hanna Madalska-Gayer at the Association of British Musicians (ABO).

Published: 03 February 2026

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09 Feb 2026

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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11 Feb 2026

Legal Webinar – Branding and Music

A practical legal webinar on choosing and protecting a stage or band name, and maximising its value through branding, marketing and compliant promotion, delivered by Scottish law firm Harper Macleod. Available to members in Scotland.

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12 Feb 2026

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), London

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 London.

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