Industry Oct 15, 2026
UK Copyright Tribunal Rules in Favor of Higher Cinema Royalties for Music
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 played in cinemas. The ruling addresses a dispute over royalties paid to PRS for music featured in films screened by cinemas.
PRS stated that the decision acknowledges the significant contribution of music to the overall cinema experience. This outcome is a result of a legal case brought before the tribunal earlier this year. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.