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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
MU to Host Diversity Panel and Advice Sessions at Launchpad 2026 The Musicians’ Union will take part in Launchpad Conference 2026 on Friday 27 March at Leeds School of Arts, bringing industry insight, a panel on cultural diversity in music, and one-to-one advice sessions for musicians across the North of England. Published: 10 March 2026 Read more about MU to Host Diversity Panel and Advice Sessions at Launchpad 2026
New Rules for Pernambuco Bows Come into Force Following a decision at the CITES Conference of the Parties, new rules governing the international trade of pernambuco bows came into force on 5 March 2026. Guidance from the UK CITES authority explains what the changes mean for musicians. Published: 06 March 2026 Read more about New Rules for Pernambuco Bows Come into Force
New Video Guidance on US Entry Requirements for SXSW 2026 A new video guide explains how international artists can enter the US for SXSW 2026 under ESTA, what documents to bring, and how to prepare for border checks. Published: 06 March 2026 Read more about New Video Guidance on US Entry Requirements for SXSW 2026
New Bilingual Guide Champions Fair Work for Creative Freelancers in Wales CULT Cymru, in partnership with the Musicians’ Union, has published a bilingual best practice guide to support creative freelancers, venues and organisations in creating fairer, safer working environments across Wales’ creative sector. Published: 04 March 2026 Read more about New Bilingual Guide Champions Fair Work for Creative Freelancers in Wales
Scottish Election 2026: Where Parties Stand on Musicians’ Priorities At the recent Culture Counts election hustings, representatives from Scotland’s major parties addressed key issues facing musicians. Here’s how their positions align with the MU's priorities ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election. Published: 03 March 2026 Read more about Scottish Election 2026: Where Parties Stand on Musicians’ Priorities
MU Backs Petition Urging UK to Rejoin Creative Europe Programme The EU/UK Culture Forum has launched a petition calling on the UK Government to rejoin Creative Europe from 2027. The programme supports funding and cultural collaboration across Europe, and the MU is encouraging members to sign and show their support. Published: 26 February 2026 Read more about MU Backs Petition Urging UK to Rejoin Creative Europe Programme
MU Addresses MPs and Peers on the Future of the BBC The MU joined sister unions at Westminster on Tuesday to make the case for sustainable BBC funding. Published: 25 February 2026 Read more about MU Addresses MPs and Peers on the Future of the BBC
17 Mar 2026 CMM: Fix Streaming Webinar 2026 Hosted by the CMM, this is a free webinar for MU members exploring the economics of music streaming and what music-makers can do to secure fairer pay, greater transparency and lasting reform. Online, Zoom Read more about CMM: Fix Streaming Webinar 2026
19 Mar 2026 Legal Clinic, Glasgow A free, 30-minute legal clinic session in Glasgow, designed to give you clear, accessible advice on ad-hoc legal issues relating to your music career. City centre location (details confirmed at registration) Read more about Legal Clinic, Glasgow
20 Mar 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 Mar 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. Online Member only Read more about Guided Meditation
24 Mar 2026 Legal Clinic, Edinburgh A free, 30-minute legal clinic session in Edinburgh, designed to give you clear, accessible advice on ad-hoc legal issues relating to your music career. Haymarket area (details confirmed at registration) Read more about Legal Clinic, Edinburgh
24 Mar 2026 Management for Creatives A one-day, in-person workshop for creative-sector managers in Wales offering practical tools for duty of care, psychological safety, stress management, inclusive leadership, and effective feedback. Cardiff Read more about Management for Creatives
25 Mar 2026 CULT Cymru: Wellbeing in the Creative Industries A free, one-day conference for creative professionals in Wales to explore the future of mental health and wellbeing in Wales. Cardiff Read more about CULT Cymru: Wellbeing in the Creative Industries