Commons2nd readingView on Parliament.uk

Sound Recordings (Copyright Term Extension) Bill

A Bill to extend beyond 50 years the copyright term of sound recordings; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Pete WishartScottish National Party

Last Updated

26 February 2008

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would extend the copyright term for sound recordings beyond the current 50-year limit. It aims to give longer protection to the people who own and perform on those recordings, potentially affecting how older recordings can be used. It is currently at the Second Reading in the House of Commons, introduced by Pete Wishart (SNP).

Key Points

Extends the copyright term for sound recordings beyond 50 years.
Affects rights holders (record labels/producers) and performers, potentially increasing ongoing royalties and restricting some uses of older recordings.
Currently at the Second Reading in the Commons; sponsor is Pete Wishart (SNP).

Who is affected?

Record labels and other rights holders of sound recordingsPerformers and musicians who perform on sound recordingsBroadcasters, libraries, educational organisations and other organisations that use or license sound recordingsThe general public as users/consumers of sound recordings

Generated 21 February 2026

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.