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MU Reiterates Anti-Censorship Stance

The MU reiterates its anti-censorship position and support for the organisation ‘Freemuse’, following the issues around the broadcasting of Glastonbury sets this weekend.

Published: 01 July 2025 | 6:20 PM
Wooden blocks with speech bubble graphics on them against a blue background, a single block with a red stop sign is in front of them, blocking the line, representing free speech restrictions.
Freedom of speech must come together with equality, inclusion and accountability. The MU stands against discrimination in all its forms. Photo: Shutterstock.

The MU supports freedom of speech and the right of artists to use their platform to advocate for causes they believe in, protest government policy, and express political views. It should not be for the government or the state to decide what the subject of art should be.

To that end, the MU supports Freemuse, an organisation working to defend artistic freedom worldwide.

There is no space for discrimination or hate in the music industry or our society.

It is fundamental that everyone is able to freely create, perform and enjoy art without fear of discrimination or persecution. At the same time, freedom of speech must come together with equality, inclusion and accountability.

The MU stands against discrimination in all its forms.

If you are affected by discrimination at work and need advice, please reach out to your Regional Office in the first instance.

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Wooden blocks with speech bubble graphics on them against a blue background, a single block with a red stop sign is in front of them, blocking the line, representing free speech restrictions.

MU Reiterates Anti-Censorship Stance

The MU reiterates its anti-censorship position and support for the organisation ‘Freemuse’, following the issues around the broadcasting of Glastonbury sets this weekend.

Published: 01 July 2025

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