UK Music has appointed former news journalist Anthony Barnes as its new director of communications.
Anthony will take over from outgoing post holder James Murtagh-Hopkins who has joined Universal Music Group, Music Week has reported.
He will be responsible for UK Music’s internal and external communications strategy as well as helping oversee industry campaigns.
Anthony told the news provider: ‘I feel excited and privileged to be joining the team. I'm looking forward to building on UK Music’s considerable achievements in representing the successes of the industry and putting the case for change and support where it is needed.’
His previous posts include roles as head of show business, media and arts at the Press Association, the National News Agency.
UK Music chief executive Jo Dipple welcome the appointment, stating: ‘There is a copyright package going through Europe. Brexit is looming. The Digital Economy Bill is being scrutinised by Parliament. The collective voice of the music industry needs a steady hand and Anthony is the right person at the right time. I’m delighted he is joining the UK Music team.’
Anthony will begin his new role on 7 November.
Anthony will take over from outgoing post holder James Murtagh-Hopkins who has joined Universal Music Group, Music Week has reported.
He will be responsible for UK Music’s internal and external communications strategy as well as helping oversee industry campaigns.
Anthony told the news provider: ‘I feel excited and privileged to be joining the team. I'm looking forward to building on UK Music’s considerable achievements in representing the successes of the industry and putting the case for change and support where it is needed.’
His previous posts include roles as head of show business, media and arts at the Press Association, the National News Agency.
UK Music chief executive Jo Dipple welcome the appointment, stating: ‘There is a copyright package going through Europe. Brexit is looming. The Digital Economy Bill is being scrutinised by Parliament. The collective voice of the music industry needs a steady hand and Anthony is the right person at the right time. I’m delighted he is joining the UK Music team.’
Anthony will begin his new role on 7 November.
