Extract from Business statement (Commons) - May 23
Friday, 24 May 2024 07:43
Barbara Keeley (Worsley and Eccles South) (Lab): The Guardian
reports that, as a result of the Conservative Government's Brexit
deal, the costs of touring in the EU are now so high that 74% fewer
UK bands are now touring there. The UK touring scene is all the
more valuable for musicians and bands now, but opportunities
to perform here are being lost, as music venues and festivals are
forced to close due to rocketing operational costs. Does the
Secretary of State see just...Request free trial
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