Shape MU Policy

When you joined the union, now make it your union. Whether you want to be part of the governing body of the Union, make a change in your local area or within your music sector, you can do so as an active member of the Musicians' Union.

Last updated: 30 October 2024

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Be Part of the Governing Body of the MU

Stand for election to our Committees

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Put a motion forward to your Regional Committee or for a Conference

Become a Delegate at the Conference

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Become an Education Rep

Be active in your workplace by joining in as an Education Rep

Become an Orchestral Steward

Be active in your workplace by joining in as an Orchestral Steward

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Members' voice

A stack of Kayla's 'Fractures' albums, signed and ready to be posted.

Member’s Voice: Kayla Painter on the Rewards of Self-Releasing Music

In this blog, MU member, educator, producer, and electronic musician Kayla Painter shares her experience of self-releasing music. Following the success of her album launch last year, she explores the ups and downs of the DIY route, offering invaluable firsthand advice to other members.

Published: 15 April 2025

Ankna singing into a microphone on stage.

Ankna Arockiam for Women’s History Month: “Women’s Voices are Crucial in Shaping the Future of our Industry”

In our fourth and final blog for Women's History Month 2025, vocalist Ankna Arockiam explores the challenges women in the music industry face, her work around higher education and activism, and how joining the MU opens up opportunities for a more inclusive industry.

Published: 26 March 2025

Professional singer Sarah Mellor sitting at a piano holding a vocal microphone.

Sarah Mellor for Women’s History Month: “Everyone Should Feel Valued and Appreciated in Their Place of Work”

In our third blog for Women's History Month 2025, professional singer and MU member Sarah Mellor explores the values needed to build and sustain a truly accessible, inclusive music industry.

Published: 19 March 2025

Katrina Lee for Women’s History Month: "Be a Part of the Growing Community of Active Thinkers and Do-ers"

In our second blog for Women’s History Month 2025, Violinist and MU member Katrina Lee explores her journey as musician in relation to activism and social change, and discusses how her new album celebrates female composers and the violin in its virtuosity as a solo instrument.

Published: 12 March 2025

Kathryn, smiling stood holding the award.

The Youth Music Award for Inspirational Music Leader: “An Absolute Career Highlight For Me”

MU member and winner of this year’s Youth Music's Inspirational Music Leader award, Kathryn Sturman, reflects on how her confidence has grown from supporting others.

Published: 07 March 2025

Joining the MU has been one of the best things I’ve done! They’ve supported and endorsed me in my campaign to be elected onto the National Executive Committee of the Labour Party.
Jermain JackmanSinger and political activist

When I think of a union, I think of people power, it’s about coming together and supporting each other.
Holly CarterPedal steel guitar player

The MU Conference has made me feel like I want to become more active because I can make a difference. You have to be the change you want to see. It’s our business. We need to shape it.
Amanda DalMulti-genre drummer

To know that there is a political voice standing up for the views and needs of musicians in such tumultuous times is not only reassuring but critical for the survival of our industry.
Jack RennieGuitarist, singer and music teacher

Now more than ever, musicians need their union. We’re always working hard to improve pay and conditions for employed and freelance members, and make the music industry a fairer, more inclusive place. We are behind every musician, whatever their background, wherever they are based, and however they make music.

Naomi PohlMU General Secretary

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