Hull City Council has become the latest city to sign up to the UK Music, Local Music Action Charter.
The newly launched charter offers Hull a practical framework to amplify its music ecosystem, unlock investment, and deliver inclusive cultural impact.
Being a part of the charter means that the council can now directly advance the goals outlined in the Hull Music Plan 2025–2030, the Hull Culture & Heritage Strategy 2025–2030, and the Community Plan 2024–2034.
The Local Music Action Charter, launched by UK Music earlier this year, is a strategic framework designed to help local councils and combined authorities harness the power of music to strengthen local identity and culture, boost economic growth, improve community wellbeing and support inclusive talent development.
The charter offers practical, low-cost steps that councils can adopt to embed music into local planning and policy. Many of which are outlined already in Hull’s Music Plan, overseen by the Hull Music Board.
Councillor Rob Pritchard, portfolio holder for culture and leisure, said: “Hull joins cities including Manchester in signing this ground-breaking charter, helping us to support our goal of becoming a UNESCO City of Music.
“Music is as integral to the city’s identity as our maritime history and the charter’s emphasis on inclusive community access aligns with Hull’s commitment to harnessing music for fair and equal representation, as outlined in its music plan.
“The charter’s support for music infrastructure and talent pipelines complements Hull’s strategy to upskill talent, empower venues, and promote creative sustainability.
“By embedding music into planning and policy, Hull can activate its communities, foster collaboration, and deliver a whole-system approach to cultural regeneration and community wellbeing.”
UK Music Chief Executive Tom Kiehl: “We are absolutely delighted to see Hull City Council sign up to our Local Music Action Charter.
“Music plays a vital role in turbocharging economies, increasing employment and enriching culture all over the country.
“We are very much looking forward to working with more and more authorities to help them boost their local music industries.”
To find out more about the charter and how it can support Hull, visit www.ukmusic.org.
