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Musicians’ Union Calls for General Election

The Musicians’ Union (MU) is calling for a General Election to follow the resignation of the Prime Minister.

Published: 24 May 2019 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:29 PM
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Banner at the People's Vote March. Photograph: Musicians' Union

MU General Secretary Horace Trubridge stated:

"The Conservative Government has completely failed to resolve the Brexit mess. It would be unacceptable for them to simply change their figurehead and carry on as they have been."

The MU continues to support revoking Article 50 or a People’s Vote in the first instance, as we cannot support any Brexit deal that limits freedom of movement for our members.

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