Discrimination and Harassment

Feeling safe at your workplace is essential part of anyone's wellbeing. Here musicians can find guidance and support resources.

Guidance and resources

Music Sector Code of Practice

The Code of Practice created to tackle and prevent bullying, harassment and discrimination in the music sector. See who is signed up.

Creative UK

Call Out and Tackle Bullying and Harassment

A free e-learning module 'Not OK' covers bullying, harassment and victimisation at work

Harassment Online

Learn how to get support and how to support those affected by online abuse.

Domestic Abuse Support

Travel guidance for LGBT+

Fairer Auditions

Your workplace rights

Disabled Musicians' Workplace Rights

Your rights as a working disabled musicians, explained.

Working with Neurodivergent Musicians

Find out about what neurodiversity means, how to support colleagues in the workplace, and where to find further support and help

Sexual Harassment at Work

What is sexual harassment, who is protected and who is liable. Guidance, support and help resources for self-employed and employed musicians.

Menopause at Work

Guidance and a sample policy to help workplaces support people experiencing symptoms of menopause.

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Your rights as a parent and a working musician, explained

Carer's Rights

Guidance for musicians with unpaid caring responsibilities.

Latest news and features

Peter Raistrick: Why Musicians and Trade Unionists Must Stand Against the Far Right

In this opinion piece, Peter Raistrick, London Regional Committee member and Young Members' Network activist, reflects on the responsibility of musicians and trade unionists to defend creative freedom, workers' rights and an inclusive society in the face of the growing threat of the far right.

Published: 29 June 2026

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MU Statement on Racist, Anti-Migrant Violence in the UK

The MU opposes all forms of racism and anti-migrant rhetoric. We stand with our members from the Global Majority, refugee members and members seeking asylum affected by recent events.

Published: 10 June 2026

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New Bilingual Guide Champions Fair Work for Creative Freelancers in Wales

CULT Cymru, in partnership with the Musicians’ Union, has published a bilingual best practice guide to support creative freelancers, venues and organisations in creating fairer, safer working environments across Wales’ creative sector.

Published: 04 March 2026

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MU Calls on MSPs to Back Musicians' Manifesto for Scotland Ahead of May Elections

Add your voice to the call for concrete commitments on musicians’ rights, music education and the future of Scottish music.

Published: 02 February 2026

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MU Responds to New Report on Women’s Experiences of Sexual Violence and Harassment in Scottish Folk Music

A new report has been published by researchers at the Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research at the University of Glasgow, representing the largest evidence base on harassment within Scottish Folk Music.

Published: 22 January 2026

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#ProtectFreelancersToo

End sexual harassment at work

Government committed to introducing a mandatory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment at work. Now we need action to protect all freelancers too.

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Upcoming events

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24 Aug 2026

BAPAM: Build Healthy Relationships and Boundaries

Part of our ‘Prioritise Your Wellbeing With the MU and BAPAM’ event series. Join us for this practical lunchtime session, exploring how setting clear boundaries can improve communication, reduce stress and support your wellbeing.

Online, Zoom

Upcoming

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26 Aug 2026

Self-Releasing Your Music Online

Join composer Matthew Whiteside for an overview of how to record and self-release your music.

Online

Plan ahead

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02 Sep 2026

MU x CMU: Copyright for Songwriters and Composers

Learn all about music copyright - and how artists, songwriters and composers manage and monetise the recordings, songs and compositions that they create.

Online via Zoom

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Guidance and resources

Music Sector Code of Practice

Call Out and Tackle Bullying and Harassment

Harassment Online

Domestic Abuse Support

Travel guidance for LGBT+

Fairer Auditions

Your workplace rights

Disabled Musicians' Workplace Rights

Working with Neurodivergent Musicians

Sexual Harassment at Work

Menopause at Work

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Carer's Rights

Latest news and features

Peter Raistrick: Why Musicians and Trade Unionists Must Stand Against the Far Right

MU Statement on Racist, Anti-Migrant Violence in the UK

New Bilingual Guide Champions Fair Work for Creative Freelancers in Wales

MU Calls on MSPs to Back Musicians' Manifesto for Scotland Ahead of May Elections

MU Responds to New Report on Women’s Experiences of Sexual Violence and Harassment in Scottish Folk Music

End sexual harassment at work

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BAPAM: Build Healthy Relationships and Boundaries

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Self-Releasing Your Music Online

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MU x CMU: Copyright for Songwriters and Composers