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<p>This Government recognises the importance of touring for UK musicians, performers,
other cultural and creative practitioners, and their support staff.</p><p> </p><p>Leaving
the EU has always meant that there would be changes to how touring musicians and performers
operate in the EU. UK performers and artists are of course still able to tour and
perform in the EU, and vice versa. However, they will be required to check domestic
immigration rules for each Member State in which they intend to tour.</p><p> </p><p>
</p><p>We understand the concerns about the new arrangements and we are committed
to supporting the sectors as they get to grips with the changes to systems and processes.
The DCMS-led Working Group on Creative and Cultural Touring brings together sector
representatives, other key government departments, and representatives from each of
the devolved administrations. The Group is working together to provide clarity regarding
the practical steps that need to be taken by touring professionals when touring the
EU, and it will explore how these sectors can be supported to work and tour in the
EU with confidence when it is safe to do so.</p><p> </p><p>We know that while leaving
the EU will bring changes and new processes to touring and working in the EU, it will
also bring new opportunities. In all circumstances, we expect our creative industries
to continue to be as highly valued in the European Union as they are across the world.</p><p>
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