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UK Supreme Court Rules on Legal Definition of Woman in the Equality Act

The Court has ruled that 'woman' in the Equality Act refers to biological women, excluding trans women with gender recognition certificates. The MU is urgently seeking information on what this means for trans members, and encourages anyone facing discrimination to contact their regional office.

Published: 17 April 2025

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MU Reiterates Call for Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza

The MU supports TUC’s recent statement on the conflict in Gaza and calls again for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. Members who may have suffered harassment, discrimination or lost work are also reminded to contact their regional office for advice and support.

Published: 15 April 2025

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Member’s Voice: Kayla Painter on the Rewards of Self-Releasing Music

In this blog, MU member, educator, producer, and electronic musician Kayla Painter shares her experience of self-releasing music. Following the success of her album launch last year, she explores the ups and downs of the DIY route, offering invaluable firsthand advice to other members.

Published: 15 April 2025

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21 Apr 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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22 Apr 2025

Authentic Fan Connections: Smart Digital Strategies for Musicians

Available to MU North of England members, this one-hour webinar will help independent musicians navigate the digital landscape. Learn smart social media strategies, how to build real fan engagement, and effective ways to promote your music online.

Online
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26 Apr 2025

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Saltash

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.

Saltash Member only
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26 Apr 2025

WSWE Local Members' Day: Saltash

This free Members' Day in Saltash includes workshop sessions, portable appliance testing (PAT) and one-to-one advice sessions with MU Officials.

Saltash
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28 Apr 2025

Empowering Orchestral Musicians: The WNO Story, a Campaign for Survival

In the first of a new series of online orchestral events, we explore how empowering orchestral musicians in the workplace can effect change, with an opportunity for wider discussion about some of your own workplace challenges, building on the experience of campaigning experts.

Online, Zoom
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28 Apr 2025

MU Music Educators' CPD Day

Musicians who teach are invited to our one-day, in-person conference in Glasgow, for professional development (CPD), networking and live music performances. Both members and non-members are welcome to attend.

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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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