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UK music venues experienced a loss of 6,000 jobs in 2025.

UK music venues experienced a loss of 6,000 jobs in 2025.

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      Half of all venues struggled to turn a profit, as disclosed...

      21 · 01 · 2026

      A recent report from Music Venue Trust reveals that UK music venues lost 6,000 jobs in 2025.

      The organization advocates for music venues nationwide, pushing for governmental support and intervention to aid a sector valued at approximately £500 million each year.

      In its annual report, the Music Venue Trust has gathered data showing that music venues...

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UK music venues experienced a loss of 6,000 jobs in 2025.

A recent report from Music Venue Trust indicates that UK music venues lost 6,000 jobs in 2025. The organization advocates for music venues nationwide.