Industry Oct 15, 2026
UK Copyright Tribunal Rules for Higher Cinema Royalty Rates
In short
A dispute over what royalties cinemas should pay PRS for music contained in the films they screen went before the UK Copyright Tribunal earlier this year.
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
The UK Copyright Tribunal has ruled in favor of a higher royalty rate for music screened in cinemas. This decision came after a dispute over the royalties cinemas should pay PRS for music featured in films.
PRS stated that the ruling "recognises the increased value of music in the overall cinema experience." Originally reported by Complete Music Update.