Musicians' Union (MU)
@wearethemu.bsky.social
The UK's trade union for musicians
A 36,000 strong community
Urgent enquiry? Contact the union at https://theMU.org/contact
🎨 Cover art by Malini Chakrabarty
A 36,000 strong community
Urgent enquiry? Contact the union at https://theMU.org/contact
🎨 Cover art by Malini Chakrabarty
Over 30 buskers went to the last full Westminster Council meeting to speak to councillors about finding new, viable busking pitches
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#BackYourBuskers
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#BackYourBuskers
November 21, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Over 30 buskers went to the last full Westminster Council meeting to speak to councillors about finding new, viable busking pitches
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#BackYourBuskers
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#BackYourBuskers
❗The MU website is currently down due to the global Cloudflare outage
Members can still contact the union via membership@themu.org or your regional team for advice and assistance
Read more about the outage via BBC News:
Members can still contact the union via membership@themu.org or your regional team for advice and assistance
Read more about the outage via BBC News:
Cloudflare down: X and more apps hit by internet outage
The company says it is working to understand the full impact of a problem which potentially "impacts multiple customers."
www.bbc.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 1:31 PM
❗The MU website is currently down due to the global Cloudflare outage
Members can still contact the union via membership@themu.org or your regional team for advice and assistance
Read more about the outage via BBC News:
Members can still contact the union via membership@themu.org or your regional team for advice and assistance
Read more about the outage via BBC News:
The @ukmusic.bsky.social economic report shows a record year for the music industry - but artists still face barriers on many fronts
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November 17, 2025 at 1:36 PM
The @ukmusic.bsky.social economic report shows a record year for the music industry - but artists still face barriers on many fronts
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🚨 It’s the first year that the Trafalgar Square pitch is closed for Christmas without Leicester Square to fall back on
This means there are no high-profile, viable, accessible and safe amplified busking pitches in Westminster
This means there are no high-profile, viable, accessible and safe amplified busking pitches in Westminster
November 11, 2025 at 11:24 AM
🚨 It’s the first year that the Trafalgar Square pitch is closed for Christmas without Leicester Square to fall back on
This means there are no high-profile, viable, accessible and safe amplified busking pitches in Westminster
This means there are no high-profile, viable, accessible and safe amplified busking pitches in Westminster
As the music industry starts to sign major AI deals, we need to put human creators at the centre of the AI opportunity
The Council of Music Makers (CMM) is calling for an industry wide standard guaranteeing music-maker consent, control and compensation
The Council of Music Makers (CMM) is calling for an industry wide standard guaranteeing music-maker consent, control and compensation
November 6, 2025 at 2:38 PM
As the music industry starts to sign major AI deals, we need to put human creators at the centre of the AI opportunity
The Council of Music Makers (CMM) is calling for an industry wide standard guaranteeing music-maker consent, control and compensation
The Council of Music Makers (CMM) is calling for an industry wide standard guaranteeing music-maker consent, control and compensation
❓Did you know AI is already affecting job security for creative workers?
68% of creative workers surveyed felt their job security was reduced as a result of generative AI
🔗 https://ow.ly/gsCG50Xlaon
68% of creative workers surveyed felt their job security was reduced as a result of generative AI
🔗 https://ow.ly/gsCG50Xlaon
November 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
❓Did you know AI is already affecting job security for creative workers?
68% of creative workers surveyed felt their job security was reduced as a result of generative AI
🔗 https://ow.ly/gsCG50Xlaon
68% of creative workers surveyed felt their job security was reduced as a result of generative AI
🔗 https://ow.ly/gsCG50Xlaon
🍿Calling all MU members!
We’ve teamed up with Vue to get you up to 30% off standard cinema tickets in time for the holiday season
🔗 http://musiciansunion.org.uk/news/love-movies-mu-launches-discount-vue-cinema-tickets-for-members
We’ve teamed up with Vue to get you up to 30% off standard cinema tickets in time for the holiday season
🔗 http://musiciansunion.org.uk/news/love-movies-mu-launches-discount-vue-cinema-tickets-for-members
November 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🍿Calling all MU members!
We’ve teamed up with Vue to get you up to 30% off standard cinema tickets in time for the holiday season
🔗 http://musiciansunion.org.uk/news/love-movies-mu-launches-discount-vue-cinema-tickets-for-members
We’ve teamed up with Vue to get you up to 30% off standard cinema tickets in time for the holiday season
🔗 http://musiciansunion.org.uk/news/love-movies-mu-launches-discount-vue-cinema-tickets-for-members
📣 Are you a creative freelancer in Scotland?
@scottishtuc.bsky.social have created the Fair Work for Freelancers Checklist, calling for
✅Greater pay security
✅ Clearer guidance on royalties
✅ Better access for trade unions
@scottishtuc.bsky.social have created the Fair Work for Freelancers Checklist, calling for
✅Greater pay security
✅ Clearer guidance on royalties
✅ Better access for trade unions
October 31, 2025 at 2:31 PM
📣 Are you a creative freelancer in Scotland?
@scottishtuc.bsky.social have created the Fair Work for Freelancers Checklist, calling for
✅Greater pay security
✅ Clearer guidance on royalties
✅ Better access for trade unions
@scottishtuc.bsky.social have created the Fair Work for Freelancers Checklist, calling for
✅Greater pay security
✅ Clearer guidance on royalties
✅ Better access for trade unions
❗MU statement on Manchester Pride entering liquidation
MU Statement on Manchester Pride Entering Liquidation
The organisation in charge of Manchester Pride recently confirmed it has gone into voluntary liquidation. The MU will be supporting members affected by cancelled performances, and those affected are urged to get in touch with the regional office.
musiciansunion.org.uk
October 28, 2025 at 11:35 PM
❗MU statement on Manchester Pride entering liquidation
🚨 Dumfries and Galloway Council is considering axing its instrumental music service
Do you live or work in the area? Take part in the consultation online or in person before Sunday 23 November
Do you live or work in the area? Take part in the consultation online or in person before Sunday 23 November
Dumfries and Galloway Council Consults to Close Music Service
Take part in the consultation protesting the proposed closure of Dumfries and Galloway’s instrumental music service. Share your views by 23 November 2025.
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October 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM
🚨 Dumfries and Galloway Council is considering axing its instrumental music service
Do you live or work in the area? Take part in the consultation online or in person before Sunday 23 November
Do you live or work in the area? Take part in the consultation online or in person before Sunday 23 November
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UK Music is delighted to introduce its practical Five Ps resource! Designed to boost diversity and inclusion across the music industry, it is an invaluable toolkit for music organisations and businesses. Click here for all you need to know: tinyurl.com/yjpkey9s
October 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
UK Music is delighted to introduce its practical Five Ps resource! Designed to boost diversity and inclusion across the music industry, it is an invaluable toolkit for music organisations and businesses. Click here for all you need to know: tinyurl.com/yjpkey9s
A new French customs regulation means more hoops to jump through if you are taking merch to France in a van as part of your music work
Learn more
🔗 https://ow.ly/PupT50Xh0YG
#EUTouring #CarryOnTouring
Learn more
🔗 https://ow.ly/PupT50Xh0YG
#EUTouring #CarryOnTouring
New French Customs Regulation Affects Musicians Taking Merchandise to France
A new French customs regulation means more hoops to jump through if you are taking merchandise to France in a van as part of your music work.
ow.ly
October 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
A new French customs regulation means more hoops to jump through if you are taking merch to France in a van as part of your music work
Learn more
🔗 https://ow.ly/PupT50Xh0YG
#EUTouring #CarryOnTouring
Learn more
🔗 https://ow.ly/PupT50Xh0YG
#EUTouring #CarryOnTouring
📣 Calling all local councillors and political party members!
Support music and musicians where you are with our dedicated resource hub — featuring briefings and toolkits on issues ranging from AI and music to strengthening local music economies
🔗 https://ow.ly/uK2u50Xh0UO
Support music and musicians where you are with our dedicated resource hub — featuring briefings and toolkits on issues ranging from AI and music to strengthening local music economies
🔗 https://ow.ly/uK2u50Xh0UO
New Resource Hub for Local Councillors and Constituency Labour Party Members
Support musicians in your community with dedicated resources for local councillors and political party members.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:30 AM
📣 Calling all local councillors and political party members!
Support music and musicians where you are with our dedicated resource hub — featuring briefings and toolkits on issues ranging from AI and music to strengthening local music economies
🔗 https://ow.ly/uK2u50Xh0UO
Support music and musicians where you are with our dedicated resource hub — featuring briefings and toolkits on issues ranging from AI and music to strengthening local music economies
🔗 https://ow.ly/uK2u50Xh0UO
Scotland Demands Better!
Join over 5,000 people in Edinburgh for the march and rally against poverty on Saturday 25 October
🔗 https://ow.ly/ySTE50XgZoi
Scotland Demands Better is a coalition campaign launched by The Poverty Alliance
Join over 5,000 people in Edinburgh for the march and rally against poverty on Saturday 25 October
🔗 https://ow.ly/ySTE50XgZoi
Scotland Demands Better is a coalition campaign launched by The Poverty Alliance
Scotland Demands Better: Join the Anti-Poverty March in Edinburgh
Join over 5,000 people in Edinburgh for the Scotland Demands Better march and rally against poverty on Saturday 25 October 2025.
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October 23, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Scotland Demands Better!
Join over 5,000 people in Edinburgh for the march and rally against poverty on Saturday 25 October
🔗 https://ow.ly/ySTE50XgZoi
Scotland Demands Better is a coalition campaign launched by The Poverty Alliance
Join over 5,000 people in Edinburgh for the march and rally against poverty on Saturday 25 October
🔗 https://ow.ly/ySTE50XgZoi
Scotland Demands Better is a coalition campaign launched by The Poverty Alliance
✊ Your music should not be used to train AI without your consent
A recent study of creative workers shows that the effects of Generative AI are profound - and that urgent action is needed
Stats in thread 🧵👇
A recent study of creative workers shows that the effects of Generative AI are profound - and that urgent action is needed
Stats in thread 🧵👇
October 21, 2025 at 2:07 PM
✊ Your music should not be used to train AI without your consent
A recent study of creative workers shows that the effects of Generative AI are profound - and that urgent action is needed
Stats in thread 🧵👇
A recent study of creative workers shows that the effects of Generative AI are profound - and that urgent action is needed
Stats in thread 🧵👇
✊The MU supports Congo Week
Congo Week (19-25 October) is a global week of learning and action to support frontline organisers and communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
🧵 #CongoWeek
Congo Week (19-25 October) is a global week of learning and action to support frontline organisers and communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
🧵 #CongoWeek
MU Supports Congo Week
Following a motion to Delegate Conference 2025, the MU shares its support for Congo Week.
musiciansunion.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 3:33 PM
✊The MU supports Congo Week
Congo Week (19-25 October) is a global week of learning and action to support frontline organisers and communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
🧵 #CongoWeek
Congo Week (19-25 October) is a global week of learning and action to support frontline organisers and communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
🧵 #CongoWeek
💛 It's World Menopause Day
How can workplaces support those experiencing menopause?
Join our informal session for MU members and staff next week to chat, ask questions and share experiences
#WorldMenopauseDay
theMU.org.uk/events/mu-menopause-cafe
How can workplaces support those experiencing menopause?
Join our informal session for MU members and staff next week to chat, ask questions and share experiences
#WorldMenopauseDay
theMU.org.uk/events/mu-menopause-cafe
October 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
💛 It's World Menopause Day
How can workplaces support those experiencing menopause?
Join our informal session for MU members and staff next week to chat, ask questions and share experiences
#WorldMenopauseDay
theMU.org.uk/events/mu-menopause-cafe
How can workplaces support those experiencing menopause?
Join our informal session for MU members and staff next week to chat, ask questions and share experiences
#WorldMenopauseDay
theMU.org.uk/events/mu-menopause-cafe
📣 Calling all music educators in Scotland!
UK Music want to hear from you
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/rgqlunlv
#ScotlandMusic #MusicTeacher
UK Music want to hear from you
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/rgqlunlv
#ScotlandMusic #MusicTeacher
Manifesto for Music Scotland - Music Education & Skills Roundtable · Luma
Contribute to UK Music's policy development and shape our Manifesto for Music for the Scottish elections in 2026. This event is open to anyone working in music…
luma.com
October 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
📣 Calling all music educators in Scotland!
UK Music want to hear from you
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/rgqlunlv
#ScotlandMusic #MusicTeacher
UK Music want to hear from you
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/rgqlunlv
#ScotlandMusic #MusicTeacher
Are you a performer, songwriters or composer in Scotland? UK Music want to hear from you!
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/yjk8zgdc
#ScotlandMusic
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/yjk8zgdc
#ScotlandMusic
October 17, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Are you a performer, songwriters or composer in Scotland? UK Music want to hear from you!
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/yjk8zgdc
#ScotlandMusic
Join an online roundtable next week to help develop their Manifesto for Music ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in 2026
🔗 Sign up: https://luma.com/yjk8zgdc
#ScotlandMusic
Want to get involved in workshops and discussions as a musician?
Upcoming events for MU members include:
🎻 Learn about inclusive recruitment in orchestras & choirs
🔌 Free portable appliance testing in Cardiff
📢 Contribute to the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections
Upcoming events for MU members include:
🎻 Learn about inclusive recruitment in orchestras & choirs
🔌 Free portable appliance testing in Cardiff
📢 Contribute to the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections
Training and Networking Events for Musicians
MU's events are dedicated to supporting working musicians and helping you develop your career. Browse our upcoming online events.
theMU.org
October 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Want to get involved in workshops and discussions as a musician?
Upcoming events for MU members include:
🎻 Learn about inclusive recruitment in orchestras & choirs
🔌 Free portable appliance testing in Cardiff
📢 Contribute to the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections
Upcoming events for MU members include:
🎻 Learn about inclusive recruitment in orchestras & choirs
🔌 Free portable appliance testing in Cardiff
📢 Contribute to the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections
📣 Calling all performers, songwriters and composers in Wales!
Contribute to the development of UK Music policy and the creation of the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections in 2026
👉 RSVP to secure your place: https://luma.com/m7390jyf
Contribute to the development of UK Music policy and the creation of the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections in 2026
👉 RSVP to secure your place: https://luma.com/m7390jyf
October 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
📣 Calling all performers, songwriters and composers in Wales!
Contribute to the development of UK Music policy and the creation of the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections in 2026
👉 RSVP to secure your place: https://luma.com/m7390jyf
Contribute to the development of UK Music policy and the creation of the Manifesto for Music for the Welsh Parliament elections in 2026
👉 RSVP to secure your place: https://luma.com/m7390jyf
Did you know that today is World Sight Day?
RNIB has a dedicated Music Team led by professional musicians with lived experience of sight loss
Learn more about their work: https://ow.ly/rlLK50X52k9
#WorldSightDay
RNIB has a dedicated Music Team led by professional musicians with lived experience of sight loss
Learn more about their work: https://ow.ly/rlLK50X52k9
#WorldSightDay
Music
If you're affected by sight loss, we're here for you
ow.ly
October 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Did you know that today is World Sight Day?
RNIB has a dedicated Music Team led by professional musicians with lived experience of sight loss
Learn more about their work: https://ow.ly/rlLK50X52k9
#WorldSightDay
RNIB has a dedicated Music Team led by professional musicians with lived experience of sight loss
Learn more about their work: https://ow.ly/rlLK50X52k9
#WorldSightDay
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As a full-time music producer and part-time music teacher it's time to get involved indeed. 👏🏾 Respect @wearethemu.bsky.social #YupYup
Happy World Teacher's Day!
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay
Shaping the Policy | Musicians' Union
The Musicians' Union is a trade union representing musicians working in the UK across all sectors of the music business. Members can influence and make a change in music industry.
ow.ly
October 5, 2025 at 4:27 PM
As a full-time music producer and part-time music teacher it's time to get involved indeed. 👏🏾 Respect @wearethemu.bsky.social #YupYup
Are you based in Scotland? Apply for a bursary for Resonate 2025!
Scottish Music Industry Association has opened applications for a limited number of free bursaries - find out more and apply now
🔗 https://ow.ly/e0QF50X6W56
Scottish Music Industry Association has opened applications for a limited number of free bursaries - find out more and apply now
🔗 https://ow.ly/e0QF50X6W56
Apply for a Free Bursary to Attend Resonate Music Conference 2025 in Glasgow
The SMIA (Scottish Music Industry Association) are offering a limited number of free bursary passes to Resonate Music Conference 2025 in Glasgow. Apply by Thursday 9 October.
ow.ly
October 6, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Are you based in Scotland? Apply for a bursary for Resonate 2025!
Scottish Music Industry Association has opened applications for a limited number of free bursaries - find out more and apply now
🔗 https://ow.ly/e0QF50X6W56
Scottish Music Industry Association has opened applications for a limited number of free bursaries - find out more and apply now
🔗 https://ow.ly/e0QF50X6W56
Happy World Teacher's Day!
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay
Shaping the Policy | Musicians' Union
The Musicians' Union is a trade union representing musicians working in the UK across all sectors of the music business. Members can influence and make a change in music industry.
ow.ly
October 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Happy World Teacher's Day!
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay
This year's theme is collaboration, from teacher training to education policy
It's also at the core of the trade union movement, where we work together to improve music teachers' working lives 🙌
Learn more & get involved
🔗 https://ow.ly/r02f50X6eXF
#WorldTeachersDay