Written questions

Musical Instruments: Certification

Commons · Question 114406 · Tabled 20 Feb 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 25 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Manuela Perteghella

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether the Government plans to review the operation of Musical Instrument Certificates for touring musicians following recent feedback from the sector.

Answer

Answered by Mary Creagh, 25 Feb 2026

The Government recently undertook a public consultation on potential reforms to the UK CITES regulatory framework and the music industry’s feedback was considered in detail as part of the Government’s response. There are currently no further plans to revi...