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5th Report - Misogyny in music: on repeat
Women and Equalities Committee
HC 573
Published 4 June 2025
Recommendations
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Acknowledged
Overwhelming case for government to implement measures for women in music industry.
Recommendation
One year on from its publication, and having heard from key witnesses, we find that there remains an overwhelming case for the Government to implement the measures set out in our predecessors’ report to capitalise on the pockets of momentum …
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Government Response Summary
The government expresses gratitude for the report, reiterates its commitment to addressing misogyny in the music industry, and states it is carefully considering the recommendations and views the Employment Rights Bill as a progressive step.
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Acknowledged
Urge Government to accept CIISA funding recommendation and explore options including an industry levy.
Recommendation
We urge the Government to accept the recommendation from the Culture, Media and Sport Committee that: “All parts of the creative industries under CIISA’s remit should commit to unconditional, long-term funding within six months. In the meantime, the Government should …
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Government Response Summary
The government agrees that strong cross-industry support and funding for CIISA are important, and the Culture Secretary is working to ensure this. It expects the sector to provide long-term funding and warns of potential government intervention if industry support is not forthcoming, but does not commit to exploring options for government funding or imposing a levy.
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Conclusions (2)
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
We support the creation of the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA). Crucially, it will be a single, recognisable body that anyone in the industry can turn to for support and advice. It is well placed to help effect cultural change in the industry once it is fully operational. It …
Government Response Summary
The government agrees on the importance of strong, cross-industry support and funding for CIISA, with the Culture Secretary expressing clear support and engaging with CIISA. It expects the sector to provide this funding, warning of potential government intervention if it is not forthcoming.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
We agree with the Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s conclusion that, for it to operate effectively, the industry must see supporting CIISA financially and ideologically to be a fundamental part of operating in the UK. (Conclusion, Paragraph 50)
Government Response Summary
The government agrees that industry support and funding for CIISA is crucial and expects the sector to provide it, with the Secretary of State reserving the right to intervene if this is not forthcoming.