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MU Stands With Trans, Nonbinary and Intersex Musicians Following New EHRC Guidance

Following the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) draft updated Code of Practice, the MU is seeking information on what the new guidance means for trans, nonbinary and intersex members. We encourage anyone facing discrimination to contact their regional office for support.

Published: 27 May 2026 | 11:58 AM
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The MU is seeking legal advice on how the Code of Practice impacts members and will continue working to create a safe, inclusive music industry for all musicians. Image credit: Shutterstock.

The MU stands in solidarity with our trans, nonbinary and intersex members following the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) draft updated Code of Practice that was published last week, following the 2025 Supreme Court ruling about the definition of sex in the Equality Act 2010.

We recognise the continued uncertainty for trans, nonbinary and intersex musicians in understanding how changes will be implemented, the impact on their experiences at work, and concerns about safety and discrimination.

The MU will not tolerate discrimination against trans, nonbinary and intersex musicians

The MU will not tolerate discrimination against trans, nonbinary and intersex musicians. We reiterate the concerns we shared last year with regards to the Supreme Court ruling and divisive misinformation.

The MU is seeking legal advice to understand how the Code of Practice impacts our members and will continue working to create a safe and inclusive music industry for all musicians.

If you are a member and you experience discrimination at work, please get in touch with the Musicians’ Union via your regional office for advice and support.

External resources

  • Switchboard: A national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey.
  • Mermaids: Leading UK trans advocacy and support charity.
  • MindOut: Mental health service run by and for lesbians, gay, bisexual, trans and queer people with experience of mental health issues.
  • TransActual: Trans advocacy organisation.
  • Galop: The UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, working with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
  • Stonewall: LGBT+ rights organisation.
  • Come Play With Me: MU partner and non-profit music development organisation, fighting for an equitable, inclusive and diverse music industry.

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