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Ed Sheeran urges UK government to invest in music education

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has penned an open letter to the UK government, urging a 250 million euro investment in music education to counteract years of underfunding. The letter, co-signed by music icons including Elton John, Coldplay, Central Cee, Harry Styles, Stormzy, and Robert Plant, appeals to Labour leader Keir Starmer to prioritise the future of British music.

March 23, 2025
March 23, 2025

Ed Sheeran urges UK government to invest in music education

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has penned an open letter to the UK government, urging a 250 million euro investment in music education to counteract years of underfunding. The letter, co-signed by music icons including Elton John, Coldplay, Central Cee, Harry Styles, Stormzy, and Robert Plant, appeals to Labour leader Keir Starmer to prioritise the future of British music.