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Important Update for Members: MU Sections and Committees Rebrand

From April 2026, MU Sections will be relaunched as ‘Sectors’, and their Committees as ‘Advisory Boards’. Elections will also take place in the new year for members to form the new Advisory Boards for the next two-year term.

Published: 11 December 2025

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Updated Membership Subscription Rates for 2026

In order to continue providing members with the best possible service and benefits, the MU Executive Committee has agreed on a small increase to membership subscription fees from 1 January 2026.

Published: 09 December 2025

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MU Marks Disability History Month 2025

Celebrate UK Disability History Month 2025 with this curated round-up of news and resources for disabled musicians and anyone seeking to strengthen their knowledge and allyship. Discover funding tips, networking opportunities, MU support and more.

Published: 05 December 2025

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Life Support: How BAPAM Supports Artists and Why the MU Proudly Backs its Work

A life in the arts often brings physical or psychological challenges, but BAPAM can offer vital support. Trustee and MU National Organiser for Education, Health and Wellbeing Chris Walters explains why the Union is proud to champion its work and how its services can benefit members.

Published: 04 December 2025

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15 Dec 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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16 Dec 2025

Legal Webinar – Key Contracts (Rescheduled)

Learn what red flags to watch out for in recording, publishing, management, live and agency agreements in this webinar with Scottish law firm Harper Macleod. Available to members in Scotland.

Online (Zoom)
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22 Dec 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 Jan 2026

CULT Cymru: Tax Going Digital

An in-person training session for Wales members to learn about HMRC's new tax reporting requirements that will come into effect in April 2026.

Cardiff
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