The Last Safe Space Episode 1 – Licensing Breakthrough

The first podcast from the Music Venue Trust. The Last Safe Space a straight-talking, data-driven podcast from Music Venue Trust. Each episode breaks down the biggest news affecting the UK’s grassroots music venues – from government policy to local wins, campaigns, crisis cases, and how you can take action to support live music. In this episode: Toni Coe and Mark Davyd unpack a major win on licensing, Manchester’s new funding blueprint, MPs backing grassroots venues, and the latest updates on crisis cases, campaigns, and Own Our Venues. Disclaimer: All data is correct on the date of filming 13/08/2025 Join the Supporters Circle: Membership – Music Venue Trust Learn more about the MVT: https://www.musicvenuetrust.com Learn more about the MVT: https://www.musicvenuetrust.com