UK culture minister’s message for touring business

Labour MP Chris Bryant outlined the government's music priorities in a speech on the opening day of ILMC 37 in London

News By James Hanley | 26 February 2025

Chris Bryant

UK culture minister Chris Bryant set out the government’s priorities for the music industry in an appearance at the International Live Music Conference (ILMC). The MP welcomed delegates to kick off the 37th edition of the gathering, which is being held this week at London’s Royal Lancaster.

Bryant began his address with a message aimed at overseas visitors.

“If there’s anybody here who has a contact with anybody in a European government, could you just please tell them…

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