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The Last Safe Space a straight-talking, data-driven podcast from Music Venue Trust. Each episode breaks down the biggest news affecting the UK’s grassroots music venues – from government policy to local wins, campaigns, crisis cases, and how you can take action to support live music.
In this episode: Toni and Sophie unpack the government’s new consultation on licensing reform and what it means for grassroots music venues. They also cover this week’s crisis cases, community wins, and sector updates – from The Boileroom’s nineteenth anniversary to The Ferret’s expansion and the rise of the Grassroots Levy.
Disclaimer: All data is correct on the date of filming 16/10/2025
Join the Supporters Circle: https://save-our-venues.backstreetmerch.com/collections/membership
Learn more about our work: https://www.musicvenuetrust.com
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The Last Safe Space a straight-talking, data-driven podcast from Music Venue Trust. Each episode breaks down the biggest news affecting the UK’s grassroots music venues – from government policy to local wins, campaigns, crisis cases, and how you can take action to support live music.
In this episode: Toni and Sophie unpack the government’s new consultation on licensing reform and what it means for grassroots music venues. They also cover this week’s crisis cases, community wins, and sector updates – from The Boileroom’s nineteenth anniversary to The Ferret’s expansion and the rise of the Grassroots Levy.
Disclaimer: All data is correct on the date of filming 16/10/2025
Join the Supporters Circle: https://save-our-venues.backstreetmerch.com/collections/membership
Learn more about our work: https://www.musicvenuetrust.com