Discrimination and Harassment

Feeling safe at your workplace is essential part of anyone's wellbeing. Here musicians can find guidance and support resources.

Guidance and resources

Music Sector Code of Practice

The Code of Practice created to tackle and prevent bullying, harassment and discrimination in the music sector. See who is signed up.

Creative UK

Call Out and Tackle Bullying and Harassment

A free e-learning module 'Not OK' covers bullying, harassment and victimisation at work

Harassment Online

Learn how to get support and how to support those affected by online abuse.

Domestic Abuse Support

Travel guidance for LGBT+

Fairer Auditions

Your workplace rights

Disabled Musicians' Workplace Rights

Your rights as a working disabled musicians, explained.

Working with Neurodivergent Musicians

Find out about what neurodiversity means, how to support colleagues in the workplace, and where to find further support and help

Sexual Harassment at Work

What is sexual harassment, who is protected and who is liable. Guidance, support and help resources for self-employed and employed musicians.

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Your rights as a parent and a working musician, explained

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Your rights as a parent and a working musician, explained

Latest news and features

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MU Writes to Government Over its Failure to Address Misogyny in the Music Industry

MU General Secretary Naomi Pohl has contacted Kemi Badenoch, the Minister for Women and Equalities, to express our concerns about the Government’s response to the Misogyny in Music Enquiry.

Published: 07 May 2024

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MU Deeply Disappointed as Government Fails to Address Misogyny in the Music Industry

Today the UK Government has responded to the Misogyny in Music Report and rejected recommendations that would help protect and support women in the music industry from harassment and discrimination, despite hearing strong evidence from women, experts and organisations in the sector.

Published: 19 April 2024

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Black Lives in Music Launch YourSafetyYourSay Survey on Bullying and Harassment in the Music Industry

The survey will inform government legislation, the work of the new Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority and the wider music industry. It will also be used to support BLiM’s forthcoming Anti Racist Code of Conduct. Members are encouraged to share their experiences.

Published: 19 April 2024

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LGBTQ+ Musicians Still Impacted by Discrimination and Harassment Says 2023 Musicians’ Census

New findings from the Musicians’ Census show that LGBTQ+ musicians are disproportionately impacted by discrimination and sexual harassment, particularly for trans musicians, having a more widespread impact on their careers and ability to work.

Published: 07 February 2024

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MU Welcomes Recommendations Made in Government’s Misogyny in Music Report

The report, which was based on an inquiry into what misogynistic attitudes existed in the music industry and why, concluded that much work is still needed to tackle discrimination and the harassment and sexual abuse of women.

Published: 30 January 2024

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#ProtectFreelancersToo

End sexual harassment at work

Government committed to introducing a mandatory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment at work. Now we need action to protect all freelancers too.

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10 May 2024

How To Get a Publishing Deal and Do You Need One?

An online introduction to the world of publishing deals for songwriters, available to MU members based in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Online Member only

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10 May 2024

Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

Free up your playing and singing using the Feldenkrais method.

Online Member only

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12 May 2024

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Bangor

Open to MU members in the Wales and South-West England Region only, this is an opportunity to ensure that your equipment is safe and you are able to provide assurances for your insurance, venues and bookers.

Bangor

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Discrimination and Harassment

Guidance and resources

Music Sector Code of Practice

Call Out and Tackle Bullying and Harassment

Harassment Online

Domestic Abuse Support

Travel guidance for LGBT+

Fairer Auditions

Your workplace rights

Disabled Musicians' Workplace Rights

Working with Neurodivergent Musicians

Sexual Harassment at Work

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights at Work

Latest news and features

MU Writes to Government Over its Failure to Address Misogyny in the Music Industry

MU Deeply Disappointed as Government Fails to Address Misogyny in the Music Industry

Black Lives in Music Launch YourSafetyYourSay Survey on Bullying and Harassment in the Music Industry

LGBTQ+ Musicians Still Impacted by Discrimination and Harassment Says 2023 Musicians’ Census

MU Welcomes Recommendations Made in Government’s Misogyny in Music Report

End sexual harassment at work

Upcoming events

Last chance to book

How To Get a Publishing Deal and Do You Need One?

Last chance to book

Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

Last chance to book

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Bangor