03/03/2020: UK Music has been in discussions with Government Ministers and officials about the potential impact of coronavirus on the music industry.

The advice from the Government to music fans attending music events in the UK or abroad and anyone involved in tours in the UK and overseas is to check official Government news sources.

Current advice states that cancelling any public events in the UK is not necessary at this stage.

Ministers have advised UK Music that public health advice can change from hour to hour, so anyone attending an event or travelling abroad should regularly check the constantly updated information.

The Government has now produced its coronavirus action plan which you can read here. The 28-page document outlines what people can expect across the UK.

The latest information about the safety of overseas travel can be found on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website here.

More advice on coronavirus and safety precautions can be found on the website of Public Health England here.