If the coronavirus pandemic does not critically damage the British and European music industry, the effect of Brexit may finish it off.

Caroline Dinenage under fire for string of shaky explanations for throwing out a deal

Some of the UK's biggest music stars have written to the government demanding action to ensure visa-free touring in the European Union.

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’.

As the orchestra prepares to welcome back live audiences, the conductor urges ministers to act on new touring rules in Europe.