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Written question asked by Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 June 2026. It was answered by Ian Murray (Labour) on Monday, 22 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Entertainers: EU Countries

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department is taking to steps negotiate a reciprocal UK-EU mobility agreement for (a) touring artists, (b) musicians, (c) performers and (d) crews.

Answer

This Government recognises the 90 / 180 day limits continue to pose a significant challenge for touring artists, including musicians and other performers, and their crews working across multiple EU Member States. That is why we have pledged to help touring artists in our manifesto.

We continue to engage with the EU and Member States, as well as music and arts industry stakeholders, to determine how best to improve arrangements to better reflect the touring schedules of artists and their crews touring across the European continent.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10800
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Travel EU countries Entertainers Reciprocal arrangements
Link
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