Brexit touring regulations to be eased to help UK-based musicians
which placed tight limits on bands playing live in EU nations. But now, from late summer, hauliers will be able to move freely with unlimited stops for up to six months per year.The Evening Standard reports that Shapps said: “British talent has long been at the heart of global performing arts and our specialist haulage sector is critical to the success of their tours.“It is unacceptable that, because of EU bureaucracy, the operations of our specialist haulage sector on which our artists rely have been put at risk, impacting the livelihoods of touring artists and sportspeople.“Dual registration helps put this right and means that touring events can take place seamlessly across Great Britain, the EU and beyond, keeping our incredible cultural sector thriving for years to come.”UK Music welcomed the rule change, telling BBC News that it was “important progress for UK musicians and crew looking to tour the EU”.However, Jamie Njoku-Goodwin, Chief Executive of the music industry body, said that issues around the transport of goods or passengers remain.Wob Roberts, touring manager for acts including Duran Duran and Sam Smith, added that the new regulations can help bigger artists, but smaller artists and production companies who can’t afford a European hub will face the same problem.“This will help UK-based tours keep going.