Politicians From Main Parties Join Forces To Urge Government To Tackle “Profound Challenge” Facing Covid-hit UK Music Industry

MPs from across the political divide have joined forces to call on PM Boris Johnson and the Government to back plans to help the UK music industry get back on its feet.

A total of 22 MPs from the main political parties have signed a Commons motion outlining the vital support needed by the music industry, which contributed £5.8 billion a year to the economy pre-Covid-19.

The cross-party group of politicians highlight how around 70% of musicians lost over three-quarters of their work due to the “profound challenge” of Covid-19 restrictions.

All-Party Parliamentary Group on Music Chair David Warburton MP said:

“I’m acutely aware of how challenging this pandemic has been for musicians and the broader music industry.

“Our excellent music industry is a national asset and it needs our support, now more than ever.”

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