'It’s clear that urgent action is needed to support venues and the talented artists playing them'
Andy Burnham has backed a campaign to support grassroots music venues across the country and the artists that use them.
READ MORE: BBC Radio 2 in the Park in Preston 2024 line-up announced featuring Sting and Pet Shop Boys - how to get tickets This work, as part of its Emergency Response Service , will include assistance to venues facing threats from redevelopment, noise complaints and licence issues, rising energy costs and disputes with landlords. A previous campaign last year saw the Music Venue Trust purchase the freehold for the 100-capacity The Snug venue in Wigan.
“I fully support the recommendations published by the Culture, Media & Sport Select Committee including the introduction of a levy and a targeted VAT cut to halt the rising tide of closures. However, it’s clear that urgent action is needed to support venues and the talented artists playing them.
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