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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

UK Songwriters and Composers

18 May 2022 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Kevin Brennan Lab Cardiff West

Culture, Media & Sport

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Kevin Brennan raised concerns about uk songwriters and composers in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • The MP for Cardiff West highlights the economic and cultural importance of UK songwriters and composers.
  • The speech calls for better support through education and policy reforms to foster future talent and ensure fair remuneration.
  • The Minister acknowledges the vital role of songwriters and composers and praises initiatives such as Ivors Week.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Kevin Brennan Lab Cardiff West

The MP for Cardiff West raises awareness about the importance of UK songwriters and composers, highlighting their economic contribution and cultural significance. He emphasises the need for better support through education and policy reforms to nurture future talent and ensure fair remuneration. The speech includes praise for initiatives like Ivors Week and credits due project aimed at recovering missing income from streaming revenues. It also mentions the success of UK music in global exports and the challenges faced by musicians during the pandemic, advocating for continued financial support.

Other contributors (1)
  • Nigel Evans Con Central Suffolk and North Ipswich

    Evans acknowledges the importance of nurturing young talent through institutions like the Royal Academy of Music.

Government Response

Julia Lopez

The Minister responds by acknowledging the vital role of songwriters and composers in Britain's music industry, praising initiatives such as Ivors Week and highlighting government support through various programmes like the national plan for music education. She mentions ongoing work with stakeholders to address challenges in streaming royalties distribution and explores potential legislative interventions based on evidence from independent research and the Competition and Markets Authority study. The response also emphasises continued support for live music venues recovering post-pandemic and export initiatives supporting UK’s creative industries.

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