8legs: European movement uk

#1 out of 1100.00%

Quarter of UK musicians have lost all EU work since 2021, report finds

More than a quarter of UK musicians have lost all EU work since 2021, according to a new report.
Average tour earnings have fallen by 45%, with many musicians saying EU touring is no longer viable.
Brexit-era barriers include new visa rules, work permits, and Schengen limits on EU travel for UK artists.
The report warns mobility barriers threaten the UK’s 8-billion-pound music sector and cultural reach abroad.
Temporary admission documents for equipment can cost orchestras £2,000 to £5,000 per EU tour.
The study highlights lost Creative Europe funding as a major blow to UK creative collaboration.
EU hauliers and UK operators face cabotage limits, raising touring costs and affecting smaller acts.
The report indicates cross-border collaboration pressures extend to UK and EU artists alike.
The Louisiana in Bristol founder notes fewer European artists touring post-Brexit due to costs.
The report calls for action to remove mobility barriers to protect the UK music sector's growth.

Vote 0