Sir Elton John has described the government as "philistines", and accused them of failing to understand the implications of Brexit on music.

Sir Elton John has warned MPs that the UK music industry could lose "a generation of talent" because of post-Brexit restrictions on touring the EU.

New analysis suggests that in the first post-Brexit festival season, the number of British bands playing festivals across Europe has fallen by almost half.

Since Britain left the European Union in 2020, UK musicians have faced increased difficulties and costs when trying to tour outside of their country.

Musicians and music businesses warn of ‘time up’ for UK grassroots acts, and European orchestras being resistant to booking UK artists because of ‘paperwork and expense’.

Sir Elton John has branded the Government ‘philistines’ over the handling of the music industry post-Brexit.