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Touring artists and musicians have now been struggling with the impacts of Brexit on touring in the EU for several years, with their opportunities severely impacted.
Conference welcomes the recent government discussions aimed at improving post-Brexit cultural and professional mobility but notes that while initial agreements were reached on security, defence, and the fishing industry, it remains uncertain whether a firm agreement can be secured for touring artists.
Conference calls on the TUC to:
i. maintain pressure on the UK government to make good on their manifesto commitments and remove barriers for musicians touring in the EU as part of the reset of the UK-EU relationship
ii. request that the ETUC establishes a dedicated forum to discuss touring artists, the creative industries and vital cultural exchange, with view to establishing UK/EU working parties to address barriers including carnets, cabotage, VISA and work permits.
Musicians’ Union