In Plain English
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This bill would change how long copyright protection lasts for performers and producers. It would set a new term for rights in performances and sound recordings, replacing the current duration with the term specified in the bill. The bill is currently at its 2nd reading in the House of Commons.
Key Points
- It changes the duration of copyright protection for performers and producers.
- It may include transitional arrangements and would require amendments to primary copyright law to implement the new term.
- It is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons and originated in the Commons.
Who is affected?
Performers (actors, musicians, dancers, voice artists)Producers (film, TV, music producers; record labels; production companies)Rights holders in performances and sound recordingsBroadcasters, streaming platforms, and other users of performances and recordingsArchives, libraries, and educational institutions that manage or rely on rights
Generated 21 February 2026
