Resources for National Stress Awareness Week Work related stress is a trade union issue. For National Stress Awareness Week running 7-11 November we’ve put together a reminder on the resources available to members. Published: 11 November 2022 | 11:12 AM 70% of health and safety reps identified stress as one of the top five hazards in their workplace in the TUC’s safety rep survey. Photo credit: Shutterstock National Stress Awareness Week is running this year from Monday 7 November to Friday 11 November. Work related stress is a trade union issue, 70% of health and safety reps identified stress as one of the top five hazards in their workplace in the TUC’s safety rep survey. We have resources on the MU website related to stress and other mental health and wellbeing issues which we encourage members to familiarise themselves with – but here are some of our top tips for tackling work related stress. The MU has a network of Safety Reps who can investigate work related stress in your workplace and take it up with your employers / engagers on your behalf. BAPAM have a range of courses on how to prioritise self-care, practical approaches to anxiety, and other aspects of mental health. Find out more. Explore the TUC’s guidance for workplace reps on workplace stress. Remember that whatever you’re going through, you can contact Music Minds Matter from their twitter @HelpMusicians or on 0808 802 8008 Music Support provide help and support for those who work in UK music and live events affected by mental ill-health and/or addiction. Visit their website. MU members can join free weekly guided meditation sessions, find out more and sign up. See all news
Pride in London 2026: Standing Proud with MU Members MU members joined staff and fellow trade unionists at Pride in London on Saturday 4 July, celebrating LGBTQ+ visibility, solidarity and the importance of standing together in support of equality and inclusion. Published: 09 July 2026 Read more about Pride in London 2026: Standing Proud with MU Members
Good Energy Amplifies: New Mentorship Scheme for Disabled Intersectional Artists Musicians that identify as disabled, intersectional artists are invited to apply for Good Energy Amplifies, a new mentorship programme designed to amplify underrepresented voices. Published: 09 July 2026 Read more about Good Energy Amplifies: New Mentorship Scheme for Disabled Intersectional Artists
Sign the Petition to Protect the BBC’s Future A collective of arts, entertainment and broadcast unions, including the Musicians’ Union, have launched a joint petition to protect the future of the BBC. Published: 03 July 2026 Read more about Sign the Petition to Protect the BBC’s Future
MU Highlights Challenges Facing Freelance Musicians in Parliament Musicians’ Union General Secretary Naomi Pohl tells MPs that, despite improvements in workers’ rights, freelance musicians are still facing significant challenges. Published: 01 July 2026 Read more about MU Highlights Challenges Facing Freelance Musicians in Parliament
Discounted Travel, Hotel and Holiday Bookings for MU Members With utc.travel Members can now access 12 months of discounted rates for travel, hotel and holiday bookings with private travel platform utc.travel. Published: 01 July 2026 Read more about Discounted Travel, Hotel and Holiday Bookings for MU Members With utc.travel