The Importance of the MU Political Fund

Assistant General Secretary, Phil Kear, explains how the MU political fund provides invaluable help for members.

By Phil Kear Published: 24 August 2021 | 2:24 PM Updated: 31 March 2023 | 11:43 AM

Freya Ridings at Latitude 2019. The political fund helps the MU to lobby for the safe return of such festivals. © SOPA Images / Getty Images

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