The government is not protecting touring musicians from the effects of Brexit

I have campaigned for a long time with the Musicians’ Union for the government to understand that so many musicians’, artists’, and creative technicians’ livelihoods depend on the visa and tariff-free travel rights that our EU membership currently gives. I am furious that the government are still unable to reassure those working in the creative industries that their ability to tour won’t be affected and that they won’t incur costs as a result of Brexit.

I will continue to fight for smooth touring arrangements in the EU. I would advise, however, that anyone who plans to tour EU countries after the 31 October to make preparations now. The Musicians Union’s website has a helpful FAQ page on the kinds of arrangements musicians and their crews can put in place now.

The government is not protecting musicians' touring rights after Brexit

I have campaigned for a long time with the Musicians' Union for the government to understand that so many musicians', artists', and creative technicians' livelihoods depend on the visa and tariff-free travel rights that our EU membership currently gives. I am furious that the goverment are still unable to reassure those working in the creative industries that their ability to tour won't be affected and incur costs as a result of Brexit.I will continue to fight for smooth touring arrangements in the EU. I would advise, however, that anyone who plans to tour EU countries after the 31 October to make preparations now. The Musicians Union's webpage has a helpful FAQ page on the kinds of arrangements musicians and their crews can put in place now https://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/Home/Advice/musicians-brexit-guidance.

Posted by Thangam Debbonaire MP for Bristol West on Thursday, October 3, 2019