Sector News
UK Riots and the Importance of Diverse and Inclusive Education Practices
Music Mark is appalled by the events of the past week, with mindless violence, racism and Islamophobia evident in our towns and…
Teachers Pay Award: Letter to the Secretary of State for Education
On 5th August 2024, we wrote to the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, following last week’s Government announcement that they…
A Letter to the new Minister of State for Education
On 18th July 2024 we wrote to Labour’s Minister of State for Education to offer our support as the Department for Education…
A Letter to the New Secretary of State for Education
On 11th July 2024 we wrote to Labour’s Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, to congratulate her on her appointment and…
2024 Election: Labour’s Pledge to Music Education
With the confirmation that Labour will form the next government, the music education sector looks forward to working in partnership with the…
The English National Plan for Music Education
Titled The Power of Music to Change Lives, the refreshed National Plan for Music Education (NPME) in England was released on 25…
Music Hub Investment Programme Announcement
The Music Hub Investment Programme, administered by Arts Council England, gave organisations the opportunity to apply to become a Hub Lead Organisation…
An update to the Capital Grant for Musical Instruments
We recently held an event alongside the Music Industries Association where Arts Council England and the Department for Education gave an update…
Teachers’ Pension Scheme: An update for employers
An update on the Teachers Pension Scheme for employers with teachers in the scheme. On 11th March, the Department for Education confirmed…
Advanced British Standard: Share your views
The Department for Education consultation on the proposed reforms to post-16 education is open and will close on 20th March 2024. Your…
Music Hub Partnership Opportunity with AYM
Musical talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t; family finances and other obstacles too often get in the way. Awards for Young Musicians…
Response from the new Schools Minister
On the 23rd November, we wrote to the new Schools Minister to introduce Music Mark and outline our view of the current…
