Industry Oct 20, 2026
UK Copyright Tribunal Rules on Cinema Royalties
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 on a dispute concerning royalties paid by cinemas to PRS for music featured in films. The tribunal has established a higher royalty rate. PRS stated that this ruling acknowledges the "increased value of music in the overall cinema experience." Originally reported by Complete Music Update.