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TUC March and Rally on Saturday 12 May

On Saturday 12 May, thousands of people will march through London to demand a new deal for working people. The Musicians’ Union (MU) will be taking part, and would like to invite MU members to join them from 11:00 am.

Published: 10 May 2018 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:29 PM

On Saturday 12 May, thousands of people will march through London to demand a new deal for working people.

The Musicians’ Union (MU) will be taking part, and would like to invite MU members to join.

The march will make its way to Hyde Park, where speakers – including Labour Party Leader Jeremy Corbyn – and bands sponsored by the MU, will be on stage from 1pm.

The MU contingent will be gathering before the march at Zone 12 on the Embankment, close to Temple Place (London WC2R 3BD) from 11:00 am.

MU members wishing to join should let us know in advance, so that we can look out for you on the day. Please email Maddy Radcliff maddy.radcliff@theMU.org, MU Campaigns & Social Media Official.

Please promote the event using the hashtag #TUCnewdeal

For more details on transport, accessibility and promotional materials, please visit the TUC event page.

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