The UK's creative industries are the finest in the world, and this Government are determined to support them. The EU rejected our proposals enabling performers, artists, and support staff to work freely across Europe. I have discussed our approach with leading voices from music including Universal Music's head and Sir Elton John. We are working urgently to develop a plan for easier touring.

Of course we continue to engage with the EU. The music industry had asked for what we put forward, and it is regrettable that the offer was rejected. We will continue to engage with the music industry on opportunities with individual member states and directly with the Commission.

I agree it is absurd and self-defeating. The EU could solve this by matching our unilateral offer to EU nationals. Support has been provided through the culture recovery fund; venues in her constituency have received significant funding.

I reassure touring musicians and all in the creative industry about their opportunity to tour. We have set up a working group with musicians to find ways of supporting them to continue touring not just in Europe but across the world.

We have put in significant support for the creative industries, including funding for venues like World Heart Beat Music Academy and Exodus Track. We are working with the industry, across Government, and engaging with the Commission and member states to provide further support.

We rejected the offer from the European Union as it was not binding, did not cover touring or technical support staff and did not cover work permits. Of course we continue to engage but pulling Scotland out of our Union would be devastating for Scottish musicians.