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UK Music is the collective voice of the UK’s world-leading music industry. We represent all sectors of our industry – bringing them together to collaborate, campaign, and champion music. Find out more about what we do here: www.ukmusic.org

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

UK Music has revealed a brilliant line-up for our Conservative Party conference panel in Birmingham on October 5th where we will discuss the Government’s devolution plans and what they mean for music. Full details here: tinyurl.com/8fvj2net

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

From a showstopping Sugababes set to MPs and Ministers showing off their DJ skills behind the decks, this year's UK Music and TikTok party a the Labour conference was one for the ages. You can now view the full photo gallery from the night at the link below. Enjoy! tinyurl.com/dd2fua99

Sugababes onstage at UK Music & TikTok party at Labour conference.

Crowd shot.

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy MP and Emily Thornberry MP onstage at UK Music & TikTok party at Labour conference.

Education Secretary Lucy Powell MP onstage at UK Music & TikTok Labour conference party.

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl has welcomed a report from a group of cross-party MPs on the future of the BBC - and has called on the Government to safeguard the BBC’s critical role supporting the UK’s world-leading music industry. Read what he had to say here: tinyurl.com/3umxmn2a

UK Music Chief Urges Government to Safeguard BBC’s “Irreplaceable” Role in Supporting the Music Industry.

01.10.2026: UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl has welcomed a call from an influential group of cross-party MPs for the Government to safeguard the BBC’s critical role in supporting the UK’s world…

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A HUGE thank you to the mighty Sugababes for their amazing performance at UK Music & TikTok party at the Labour conference! It was a night to remember for all who were lucky enough to be in the room and served as a perfect celebration of the unifying power of music.

Sugababes onstage at the UK Music and TikTok Labour conference party. Photo by Robin Clewley

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The UK Music Workforce Diversity Survey helps track progress and shape a more inclusive, fairer music industry. Here, UK Music Director of Campaigns & Engagement Olga FitzRoy explains why this survey is so important. Find out all you need to know here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

UK Music has revealed a brilliant line-up for our Conservative Party conference panel in Birmingham where we will discuss the Government’s devolution plans and what they mean for music. Full details here: tinyurl.com/8fvj2net

UK Music Reveals Brilliant Line Up for Conservative Party Conference Panel

30.09.2026: UK Music has revealed a brilliant line up for our Conservative Party conference panel in Birmingham where we will discuss the Government’s devolution plans and what they mean for music.

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

UK Music Head of Communications Daniel Gumble spoke to BBC Radio Nottingham about the huge demand for tickets around major events like the Oasis tour, and the need to stamp out ticket touts. Listen here (scroll to 16.08.16): tinyurl.com/3bds8rnu

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

UK Music Chief Tom Kiehl spoke to Times Radio's Hugo Rifkind at the Labour conference to talk 'Madchesterism' and to outline the huge opportunities the Government's devolution agenda can open up for the music industry. Listen to what he had to say here (scroll to 02.51.46): tinyurl.com/54fbfca8

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On October 6, UK Music is hosting the first of its Five Ps diversity workshops. Based on the theme of Progress, the session is for HR executives, hiring managers, leaders, and staff who influence people decisions, culture, and organisational systems. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/58j4vrdj

Five Ps Diversity Workshop: Progress · Zoom · Luma

The Five Ps framework was developed by UK Music to give organisations of all sizes a flexible and adaptable approach to designing a diversity strategy that…

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

UK Music hosted a lively panel before a packed audience at the Labour conference in Liverpool. Topics discussed were the Government's devolution plans, the need to tackle ticket touts and the future of the BBC. You can view our gallery from the panel here: tinyurl.com/4hc6y3z9

UK Music Labour Party Conference Panel 2026

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

UK Music and @wearethemu.bsky.social hosted a stellar night at the Cavern Club after our Labour conference panel. The event featured sets from Peer Pressure (Lord Brennan of Canton & Lord Evans of Sealand) and Music Champion Michael Dugher. View our gallery here: tinyurl.com/yzeb8ez5

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

UK Music hosted a packed panel at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, where discussion amongst musical and political leaders ranged from the Government's devolution plans to clamping down on ticket touts and more. Read about the session here: tinyurl.com/yc8v9k7h

Creative Industries Minister Talks Devolution and Pledges Speedy Crackdown on Ticket Touts at UK Music Labour Conference Panel

28.09.2026: Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray promised a UK Music audience that the Government would speed through a long promised crackdown on ticket touts “quicker than we initially intended”.

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Our fantastic panel at the UK Labour party conference in Liverpool takes place today (September 28th) from 11.30-13.00 where we will be putting PM Andy Burnham and the Government’s devolution agenda under the spotlight. Find out all you need to know here: tinyurl.com/bdd3kne5

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

UK Music lead a workshop entitled ‘Write Northern Ireland’s Manifesto for Music’ at OUTPUT Belfast, which built on a summer of industry engagement by UK Music to shape the policies that will form our Manifesto for Music, Northern Ireland. Read here: tinyurl.com/kh5bjzkp

L-R: Olga FitzRoy, Director of Campaigns and Engagement, UK Music, Cameron Craig, Executive Director, MPG, Rocky O’ Reilly, Producer/Mixer/Engineer and MPG Member, Helen Deller, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, UK Music

OUTPUT delegates discussing key policies for UK Music’s Manifesto for Music

OUTPUT delegates at UK Music Manifesto writing session.

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

UK Music’s Workforce Diversity Survey is designed to help make the music industry a fairer, more inclusive space. Here, our Chief Executive Tom Kiehl explains why this work is so important to the future of the industry. Find out all you need to know here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

UK Music welcomes the launch of the Donne Foundation's new Equality & Diversity in Global Repertoire research, which found that women account for just 8.5% of works programmed by 110 orchestras across 30 countries - and only 4.5% of programmed time. Read the report here: tinyurl.com/2nmx54mj

L-R: UK Music Chair Catriona Laing and Donne Foundation Founder Gabriella Di Laccio

Donne Foundation report launch event.

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

UK Music Chief Tom Kiehl outlined the challenges facing the music sector and how the Government’s devolution plans could present major opportunities for the industry as part of his speech at the OUTPUT Belfast conference. Read what he had to say here: tinyurl.com/bde7ezk9

UK Music Chief Highlights Opportunities and Challenges Facing Music at OUTPUT Belfast

24.09.2026: UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl highlighted the challenges facing the music sector and how the Government’s devolution plans could present major opportunities for the industry as part…

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Do you want to help make the music industry a more inclusive place? Then please take a few minutes to complete UK Music’s Workforce Diversity Survey. Here, Small Green Shoots Managing Director Makeda McMillan explains why this work is so important. Find out more here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

UK Music has unveiled a stellar line-up for our panel at Labour’s party conference in Liverpool where we will be putting Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the Government’s devolution agenda under the spotlight. Find out all you need to know here: tinyurl.com/bdd3kne5

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Do you want to help make the music industry a more inclusive, fair and vibrant space? Why not take UK Music’s Workforce Diversity Survey? Here, @jasminedotiwalaobe.bsky.social OBE explains why this work is so important. Find out all you need to know here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

UK Music CEO Tom Kiehl spoke to @eddavey.libdems.org.uk at the @libdems.org.uk conference about the sector's priorities. The Lib Dems adopted the policy motion Making Music Matter as party policy, urging councils to adopt a Local Music Action Charter - a UK Music initiative. tinyurl.com/94bct4c3

UK Music Welcomes Lib Dems’ Backing for Local Music Action Charters as Party Adopts New Music Policy

21.09.2026: The Liberal Democrats have formally adopted the policy motion Making Music Matter as party policy after members overwhelmingly backed the motion at their Autumn Conference — including a…

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

UK Music put the power of devolution and local music ecosystems centre stage at the @libdems.org.uk Autumn Conference, hosting a packed panel chaired by our Chief Executive Tom Kiehl under the banner of Madchesterism. Read about the session here: tinyurl.com/msrp3esp

UK Music Champions Devolution and Local Music Growth at Liberal Democrat Conference Panel

21.09.2026: UK Music put the power of devolution and local music ecosystems centre stage at the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference, hosting a packed panel chaired by Chief Executive Tom Kiehl under…

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BPI (British Phonographic Industry) @bpimusic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

@ukmusic.bsky.social has launched its Workforce Diversity Survey to help the music industry and government gain critical insights into where improvements are needed regarding diversity and inclusion. Find out more and take this vital survey here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPIUKDiver...

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

UK Music has unveiled our line-up for Labour’s party conference in Liverpool where we will be putting Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the Government’s devolution agenda under the spotlight. Find out all you need to know here: tinyurl.com/bdd3kne5

UK Music Reveals Fantastic Panel Line-up for Labour Party Conference in Liverpool

21.09.2026: UK Music has unveiled our line-up for Labour’s party conference in Liverpool where we will be putting Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the Government’s devolution agenda under the spotlight...

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

UK Music has commissioned new research to help show how the music industry can be a key part of the Government’s devolution agenda. The report demonstrates how the PM’s devolution plans can be a major opportunity for the £8bn music industry. Read here: tinyurl.com/y682sfd2

UK Music Unveils New Research to Show how Music can be at the Heart of the Government’s Devolution Agenda

21.09.2026: UK Music has commissioned new research to help show how the music industry can be a key part of the Government’s devolution agenda. The report – unveiled as the political party conferences...

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

UK Music has lined up a stellar panel for the @libdems.org.uk conference on September 20 to explore what the Government’s devolution plans could mean for the music industry. This year's theme is Madchesterism: Putting Music at the Heart of Devolution. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4rkc9p5f

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

On September 24, UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl will be delivering the opening keynote address at Output Belfast. Find out all you need to know here: tinyurl.com/4m37wekt

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

In a new piece for The MJ, UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl explores the opportunities devolution presents for the UK music industry, from strengthening communities to boosting the £8 billion music generates for the economy and the 220,000 jobs it supports. tinyurl.com/36r4kntr

Madchesterism: Putting music at the heart of devolution

‘This is Manchester, we do things differently here' is a quote often attributed to the iconoclastic Tony Wilson. Whether this man of many things ever said it is...

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl will be speaking at Beyond The Music 2026 on October 8 on a panel entitled 'Changing The Tune: What Does Music and Entertainment'. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/mwtk6mkk #BeyondTheMusic26

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

On October 6, UK Music hosts the first of its Five Ps diversity workshops. Based on the theme of Progress, the session is for those who influence people decisions, culture, and organisational systems. Find out all you need to know and register here: tinyurl.com/58j4vrdj

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

“The billions spent are a huge shot in the arm for towns and cities right across the UK and benefit hotels, restaurants, bars and transport firms and thousands of other businesses.” - UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl bmmagazine.co.uk/news/oasis-2...

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Gallagher brothers confirm 38 Oasis dates for 2027 after $400m reunion run

Oasis 2027 tour confirmed at 38 dates including Knebworth, a year after reunion shows that Forbes estimated generated more than $400m in revenue.

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

UK Music has lined up a fantastic panel for the @libdems.org.uk conference to explore what the Government’s devolution plans could mean for the music industry. This year's theme is Madchesterism: Putting Music at the Heart of Devolution. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/4rkc9p5f

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The UK Music Workforce Diversity Survey helps track progress and shape a more inclusive, fairer and vibrant music industry. Here, UK Music Diversity Taskforce Vice Chair Paulette Long explains why this survey is so vital. Find out more here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

As Oasis reveal another mammoth run of tour dates for 2027, UK Music revisits the huge economic impact their Live 25 shows made to the UK economy last year. For more on what was a record-breaking year for music tourism in the UK, click here: tinyurl.com/4fnpvhmd

Oasis, Beyoncé and Dua Lipa Help Attract Massive 26.8% Increase in Overseas Visitors as Music Tourist Spending hits new high of £11.2 Billion at UK Music Events

10.07.2026: Oasis, Beyoncé, Dua Lipa, Coldplay, Lana Del Rey and Kendrick Lamar helped attract a record 24.7 million music tourists to concerts and festivals in the UK in 2025, new figures from UK…

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

UK Music has launched its Workforce Diversity Survey to help track progress and shape a more inclusive, fairer and vibrant music industry. Here, our Head of Diversity Eunice Obianagha explains why this survey is so vital. Find out all you need to know here tinyurl.com/j4jahaap

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

UK Music has lined up a stellar panel for the Liberal Democrats’ conference to discuss what the Government’s devolution plans might mean for the music industry. Our theme this year is Madchesterism: Putting Music at the Heart of Devolution. Find out more: tinyurl.com/4rkc9p5f

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

With Sam Smith's London residency now under way, UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl spoke to BBC News about the growing trend of artist residencies, and the vast contribution music tourism makes to the economy. Scroll to 21.22 to hear what Tom had to say tinyurl.com/ynaxerbt

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Thank you to Pete Wishart MP (co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Music) for raising the multiple barriers UK artists face when touring in the EU. As he says, we must let the music move.

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

UK Music is heading to the main party conferences to champion our fantastic music industry and highlight to political leaders some of the challenges our sector faces. Our theme is Madchesterism: Putting Music at the Heart of Devolution. Find out more: tinyurl.com/42zc7hcw

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

On October 6, UK Music is hosting the first of its Five Ps diversity workshops. Based on the theme of Progress, the session is for staff who influence people decisions, culture, and organisational systems. Find out all you need to know and sign up here: tinyurl.com/58j4vrdj

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The Quietus @thequietus.com · 05/09/2026

@ukmusic.bsky.social and the Association of Independent Music have issued a joint statement calling on the UK Government to tackle new fees for exporting items to the European Union buff.ly/Uuc42Cp

Photograph of the inside of a record store, with t-shirts pinned up in a line near the ceiling and shelves with CDs on them.

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

UK Music and AIM have issued a joint warning to government urging policy makers to act on new fees causing major damage to UK music exports to EU. Read what our Chief Executive Tom Kiehl and AIM Deputy Chair Tony Morley had to say here: tinyurl.com/muka6mv7

UK Music & AIM issue joint warning to government to act on new fees damaging UK music exports to EU

While all industries that export are navigating these changes, there are particular pressures for independent music companies given the increasing importance of selling direct to music fans across the...

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A great night celebrating UK Music Chair Lord Watson's six years of service. It was great to see so many from across the worlds of music and politics - including UK Music leaders past & present - honour his phenomenal leadership and wish him well for the future!

Left to right: UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl, former UK Music Chair Lord Watson, UK Music Chair Catriona Laing CB, former UK Music Chief Executive Michael Dugher, former UK Music Chief Executive Jo Dipple, and former UK Music Chief Executive Jamie Njoku-Goodwin OBE

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Congratulations to everyone picking up their GCSE results! In an article for the Express, Labour MP Jonathan Davies highlights the profound impact music education can have upon young people and urges Andy Burnham to address the ongoing decline in pupils studying music. tinyurl.com/mry6fmpe

We Must Urgently Address the Continued Decline in A-Level Music, Says Labour MP Jonathan Davies

20.08.2026: Labour MP and former music teacher Jonathan Davies was invited by UK Music to pen an op-ed outlining his call on Government to urgently address the continued declined in A-Level music.

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

On Thursday September 24, UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl will deliver a keynote address at the 2026 Output Belfast conference. Find out all you need to know here: tinyurl.com/2p2dw3fb

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Excellent piece from Baroness Keeley in Politics Home on what Prime Minister Andy Burnham must do to protect the UK's world leading music industry from the threat of unregulated generative AI. Read the full piece here: tinyurl.com/8cc85b4s

Our music industry needs stronger protections against the threat of AI

The PM must step in to help the next generation of artists.

UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

A big thank you to the Dreaming Spires and John Kennedy who let our Chief Executive Tom Kiehl join them for the recording of a session for X-Posure with John Kennedy on Radio X in Leicester Square. A fantastic show and brilliant session. Listen to the show here: tinyurl.com/3sbvvc6z

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

UK Music congratulated students picking up their A-level, T-level, RSL, UAL Diplomas and BTEC results. Figures show the number of students taking music A-level in England, Wales and Northern Ireland fell from 5,418 in 2025 to 5,106 in 2026 – a 5.8% drop. tinyurl.com/44vvj2x6

UK Music Congratulates Students Picking Up A-level, T-level, RSL, UAL Diplomas and BTEC Results

13.08.2026: UK Music has congratulated all students picking up their A-level, T-level, RSL, UAL Diplomas and BTEC results. Figures published today (Thursday August 13) by the Joint Council for…

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Congratulations to all students picking up their A-level, T-level and BTEC results! Figures show the number of students taking music A-level in England, Wales and Northern Ireland fell from 5,418 in 2025 to 5,106 in 2026 – a decrease of 5.8%. Read here: tinyurl.com/44vvj2x6

UK Music Congratulates Students Picking Up A-level, T-level and BTEC Results

13.08.2026: UK Music has congratulated all students picking up their A-level, T-level and BTEC results. Figures published today (Thursday August 13) by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ)…

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UK Music @ukmusic.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

On 18 August, UK Music is hosting a webinar on how local authorities can create good busking policies to grow the economy and back local talent. We’ll be joined by a brilliant line-up of speakers from across the busking world, as you can see below. Sign-up here: luma.com/jqlm26z6

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