UK’s Music Venue Trust announces funding package for grassroots venues
The funding includes £200,000 (€230,000) raised through The LIVE Trust's voluntary ticket levy
News By Ciaran Donnelly | 21 April 2026
The UK’s Music Venue Trust (MVT) has unveiled a package of new funding to support grassroots performance spaces.
The initiative is backed by a £200,000 (€230,000) allocation from The LIVE Trust, collected through its ticket levy scheme, which sees venues voluntarily contribute £1 per ticket on shows over 5,000 capacity.
The funding is intended to upgrade production systems, artist accommodation, and provide energy audits, aligning with distinct MVT campaigns.
Investments into production come under the remit of MVT’s ‘Raise the Standard’ initiative. This…
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