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We are the MU. A community of over 36,000 musicians coming together to support equality, fairness, and justice.

Together we are behind every musician, advocating for musicians and a better music industry through campaigns and lobbying work.

Be sure your voice is heard. Explore our current campaigns and look out for opportunities to get involved.

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MU Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Freelance Creative Workers in Scotland

The MU is calling for immediate action following the publication of a damning new report by the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) and Scottish creative industry unions, which revealed that only 6% of over 800 creative freelancers surveyed would describe their working conditions as “good”.

Published: 03 June 2025

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Musicians’ Union Guide to Organising and Campaigning

Have you spotted an issue in your workplace or local music community that trade union organising could help with? Learn how to identify potential campaigns and organise your workplace with the Musicians’ Union Guide to Organising and Campaigning.

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