Written questions

Entertainers: EU Countries

Commons · Question 10800 · Tabled 17 Jun 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 22 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Al Pinkerton

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

Answered by Ian Murray, 22 Jun 2026

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 tourin...