Many in the arts will look at 2022 with trepidation. There are still many issues with the Brexit deal from 12 months ago.

The UK’s orchestras have been weakened by the pandemic – and the impact of Brexit hasn't gone away either – but they remain unbowed says Mark Pemberton of the Association of British Orchestras.

Only Spain has signed agreement, leaving artists mired in ‘mountains of red tape’ – with pressure on new Brexit minister Liz Truss to change course.

Extra paperwork, border checks and additional costs for exports - Brexit has destroyed the livelihoods of countless musicians.

Lawyers have identified five false claims made by ministers for refusing to strike a deal to rescue visa-free touring of the EU, leaving performers with crippling new costs and red tape.