ABO calls for Orchestra Tax Relief to support UK international touring as Budget approaches
One month from the 2026 Autumn Budget, orchestras urge Government to act on the growing economic cost of reduced European touring.
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ABO Welcomes Landmark Report on the Economic Impact of EU touring
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes the publication of significant new research commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) examining the economic benefits of touring and the impact of the UK’s exit from the European Union.
ABO welcomes Prime Minister Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP's Government
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) congratulates Prime Minister Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP on the formation of his Government and looks forward to working closely with ministers to ensure the UK's celebrated orchestral sector continues to thrive and contribute to the nation's cultural, social and economic success.
Association of British Orchestras responds to ´Turn It Up: Our Plan for Music´
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes the publication of the Government's ´Turn It Up: Our Plan for Music´ and looks forward to working with ministers, the newly appointed Music Champion Michael Dugher, and partners across the sector to deliver its ambitions.
ABO Announces Final ‘Sirens’ Grants to Promote Music of Historical Women as Fund Founder Diana Ambache Receives MBE
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has announced the tenth and final round of grants from the Sirens Fund awarded to orchestras performing music by historic women composers from around the world.
ABO Reflects on 10 years Post Brexit Referendum
Ten years on from the Brexit referendum, UK orchestras continue to feel the impact of post-Brexit touring arrangements, with increased costs and administrative complexity affecting international activity.
ABO Statement on Government and Arts Council England Responses to the Hodge Review
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes the UK Government’s response to the Hodge Review and Arts Council England’s considered response to its recommendations.
ABO contributes to UK–EU cultural exchange discussions in Brussels and Westminster
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has played an active role in a significant week of advocacy for the UK’s orchestral and wider music sector, contributing to high-level discussions on cultural exchange and international touring both in Brussels and in Whitehall.
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