Racism is a Public Health Crisis Black Lives Matter UK are calling on the on the public to show support for Black members of the community who are being disproportionately affected by Covid-19 with a musical response on Thursday 4 June. Published: 03 June 2020 | 12:00 AM Updated: 12 July 2021 | 5:08 PM BAME British people are up to four times more likely to die from Covid-19 than White British people. Photo credit: Shutterstock Research released on Tuesday 2 June from Public Health England confirmed that BAME British people are far more likely to die from Covid-19 than White British people. And recent events in the USA have shone a light on the inequalities that Black people are facing in the UK too. The global pandemic has highlighted the life or death consequences of prejudice and discrimination that have existed for long before. Black Lives Matter UK is calling on members of the public to make some noise in support of Race and Health on Thursday 4 June, at 7:00 pm by playing Jimmy Cliff’s The Harder They Come, from doorsteps, balconies and gardens. Further actions Here are 3 things you can do if you want to support the #BlackLivesMatter movement: - Listen to how black people are feeling right now. Don’t question or try to erase those feelings. - Donate if you can: https://t.co/wRBSFtM5c8 - Become a better ally: https://t.co/xHOQSJJht1 — Minesh Patel (@minesh1112) May 31, 2020 Having participated in the music industry wide call for #TheShowMustBePaused yesterday, we will be highlighting further actions that members can take across our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram social media channels. We also remind members who are going to be involved in marches and peaceful protests this week to stay safe and follow social distancing guidelines. See all news
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Music Qualifications Reform Debated in House of Lords Peers from across the political spectrum raised concerns about the Government’s proposed reforms to level 3 music qualifications, with ministers confirming that existing qualifications will remain in place until at least 2030 and announcing a new creative advisory board to help shape the reforms. Published: 28 July 2026 Read more about Music Qualifications Reform Debated in House of Lords
Three Things New Prime Minister Andy Burnham Could Do for Music and Musicians Now As new Prime Minister Andy Burnham takes office, here are three things he can do to support music and musicians right now. Published: 24 July 2026 Read more about Three Things New Prime Minister Andy Burnham Could Do for Music and Musicians Now