# UK Government Calls for Shared European Music Solutions

> UK government pushes for joint EU action to fix Brexit touring crisis for artists.
- Title: UK Government Calls for Shared European Music Solutions · NME
- Summary: UK government pushes for joint EU action to fix Brexit touring crisis for artists. UK government highlights shared European interest in solving Brexit…
- Keywords: uk government, brexit, touring crisis, musicians union, music industry, ian murray, music plan, touring, european music ecosystem, music, culture, Government
- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/music/brexit-music-touring-crisis-update-brussels-european-interest-progress-3972626
- Published: 2026-10-08T12:53:12+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: uk government, brexit, touring crisis, musicians union, music industry, eu, ian murray, music plan, touring, european music ecosystem, music, culture
## UK government highlights shared European interest
UK government calls for more real progress in solving the ongoing Brexit touring crisis for artists and musicians.
## Touring crisis impacts artists financially
75 percent of artists saw booking declines in the EU since Brexit with 79 percent unable to offset losses.
## Brexit worsens touring industry
UK Music study shows touring growth rate down by more than half on 2023 despite record-breaking income for top artists.
## Minister Ian Murray speaks in Brussels
Ian Murray spoke at an event in Brussels after meeting with eu representatives and music industry stakeholders.
## Music industry economic impact
Brexit causes £208m economic loss and 2,500 jobs in uk with £1billion loss and 17,000 jobs across eu.
## Music sector collaboration needed
Murray emphasizes shared european music ecosystem and need for joint solutions to make touring simpler and affordable.
## Music industry challenges persist
Technology helps new talent emerge but infrastructure remains under pressure for creative professionals.
## Next steps for music collaboration
Government and eu working on joint solutions to make touring simpler and affordable for emerging artists.
## Key takeaway

UK government highlights shared European interest in solving Brexit touring crisis with £208m economic loss and 2,500 jobs impacted.