Tim Brennan’s petition asks the UK Government to negotiate a free cultural work permit that gives touring professionals visa free travel throughout the 27 EU states for music touring professionals, bands, musicians, artists, TV and sports celebrities that tour the EU to perform shows and events and to secure a Carnet exception for touring equipment. Very clearly Tim’s petition has chimed a chord with the public and the many UK artists and professionals who tour in the cities and nations across Europe, with over 280,000 signatures.
Carry on Touring is a newly formed coalition which brings together voices from across the music, cultural and creative industries sectors to secure cross-party support for Tim Brennan’s petition and campaign for a return of free EU movement for all touring artists and professionals. We are looking for sponsors to fund and support this important campaign in order to help keep the pressure up on Government to go back and renegotiate the current deal.
This industry is already reeling from the impact of Covid-19, and desperately needs the Government to step-in and provide clarity.