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Protect Orchestras Under Threat

Keep the UK’s world-famous orchestras live and protect the working people at its heart.

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MU Policies on AI and Misogyny in Music Adopted at Labour Party Conference 2024

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New disclosure checks for Northern Ireland and Scottish teaching members

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MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl Meets Chancellor Rachel Reeves as Part of TULO Delegation

MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl, along with general secretaries from unions across the country, met with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to discuss economic policy affecting workers, including the issues of music streaming and live music venues.

Published: 03 October 2024

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A Personal Journey Through Hip-Hop: From Cyphers to Social Impact

Xidus Pain is a renowned rap artist and influential music educator. In this personal blog to celebrate Black History Month 2024, he discusses what the genre means to him and how it has shaped both his own personal journey and musical career.

Published: 01 October 2024

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Join Stand Up To Racism in a London Demonstration Against the Far-Right

Stand Up to Racism (SUTR) are organising a national counter-demonstration in response to a far-right demonstration in London on 26 October.

Published: 30 September 2024

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Tonic Music Announces Exclusive Online Peer Support Group for Parents and Carers

MU members who are parents and/or carers can now join a six-week group for mental health support and career guidance.

Published: 30 September 2024

BAPAM’s Free Health Clinics for Musicians and Industry Professionals Now Open Around the UK

With BAPAM’s Glasgow clinic returning in October, we’re reminding members that the health charity for the performing arts now runs clinics UK-wide in Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Gateshead, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London and Manchester.

Published: 27 September 2024

£1,000 Career Development Bursary for Artists from Under-Represented Communities

Applications are open for artists from under-represented communities to apply for a £1,000 career development bursary from Creative Access.

Published: 27 September 2024

MU Calls on Labour Government to Back Fair Remuneration From AI

MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl outlines three measures that Government must take to protect the UK music industry.

Published: 26 September 2024

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12 Aug 2024

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Birmingham

This is an opportunity to ensure that your equipment is safe and you are able to provide assurances for your insurance, venues and bookers. Available for all MU Midlands members.

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09 Sep 2024

East & South East AGM 2024

Regional AGMs are your opportunity to make things happen.

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24 Sep 2024

Scotland & Northern Ireland AGM 2024

Regional AGMs are your opportunity to make things happen.

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05 Oct 2024

MU Members’ Social, Isle of Man

Calling all Manx musicians, join the MU and Equity for a celebration of music and community. Network, get better acquainted with your Union Officials, and learn more about the benefits of your membership.

Isle of Man

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07 Oct 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

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08 Oct 2024

RSM Social Networking

Meet colleagues from across the music profession for an informal gathering over Zoom.

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11 Oct 2024

Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

Free up your playing and singing using the Feldenkrais method.

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BAPAM’s Free Health Clinics for Musicians and Industry Professionals Now Open Around the UK

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We Are Behind Every Musician

Protect Orchestras Under Threat

MU Policies on AI and Misogyny in Music Adopted at Labour Party Conference 2024

New disclosure checks for Northern Ireland and Scottish teaching members

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MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl Meets Chancellor Rachel Reeves as Part of TULO Delegation

A Personal Journey Through Hip-Hop: From Cyphers to Social Impact

Join Stand Up To Racism in a London Demonstration Against the Far-Right

Tonic Music Announces Exclusive Online Peer Support Group for Parents and Carers

BAPAM’s Free Health Clinics for Musicians and Industry Professionals Now Open Around the UK

£1,000 Career Development Bursary for Artists from Under-Represented Communities

MU Calls on Labour Government to Back Fair Remuneration From AI

Upcoming events

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Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Birmingham

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East & South East AGM 2024

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Scotland & Northern Ireland AGM 2024

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MU Members’ Social, Isle of Man

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Guided Meditation

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RSM Social Networking

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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End sexual harassment at work