Source · Select Committees · Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Fifth Report - Creator remuneration
Culture, Media and Sport Committee
HC 156
Published 10 April 2024
Recommendations
10
Rejected
Para 69
Drive fundamental reform of music streaming based on commissioned research results.
Recommendation
The Government must take stock of the results of the extensive research it has commissioned and look at how it can drive fundamental reform of music streaming with a package of measures designed to make streaming work for all.
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges creator concerns but states its current view is that industry-led dialogue and action, via the Creator Remuneration Working Group, is the best approach for addressing remuneration in music streaming. They will keep it under review and reserve the right to consider alternative measures if necessary, but currently do not commit to driving fundamental reform through a government-led package of measures.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
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12
Rejected
Para 73
Revisit Creator Remuneration Working Group membership to give music makers a stronger voice.
Recommendation
We recommend that the Government revisit the Creator Remuneration Working Group’s membership, in order to give music makers a stronger and fairer voice over issues of remuneration for the duration of the Group’s timespan.
Government Response Summary
The government rejects the recommendation to revisit the Creator Remuneration Working Group's membership, stating confidence in its adequate and broad representation. They explain the benefits of a size-limited group and commit to ensuring all members have an opportunity to express views, while monitoring progress and adapting the group if deemed necessary.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
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14
Rejected
Require Government to consult on measures incentivising optimal publishing rights rates for creators.
Recommendation
Given the contribution of songwriters and composers to the success of music streaming, we recommend that the Government bring forward measures for consultation with fans, music makers and other stakeholders to incentivise an optimal rate for publishing rights in order …
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Government Response Summary
The government rejects the recommendation to bring forward measures for consultation, stating its belief that appropriate remuneration is best achieved through industry negotiations. It welcomes views through the Creator Remuneration Working Group but will not introduce government-led measures at this time.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
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Conclusions (1)
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Conclusion
Rejected
Para 73
We welcome the Government’s publication of the terms of reference for the Creator Remuneration Working Group and expect to see tangible steps to improve musicians’ remuneration and performer rights in the next twelve months. However, we note concerns that the group’s membership leaves creators themselves with a minority voice and …
Government Response Summary
The government expresses confidence that the Creator Remuneration Working Group has adequate and broad representation, ensuring productive conversations despite a size-limited membership. They will ensure all members can express views and may invite others or adapt the group if necessary, but do not commit to changing the current structure.