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Established in 1934, PPL exists to ensure that those who invest their time, talent and money to make music are fairly paid for their work.
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Find out what's happening, which events we are attending and keep up to date with all the developments at PPL.
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Winners announced at BRIT Awards 2012
22 February 2012
PPL congratulates all the winners at the BRIT Awards 2012.
Artist line-up revealed at PPL & NME British Music showcase
20 February 2012
The line-up of bands and performers has been revealed for PPL & NME's 2012 British Music showcase at SXSW.
Winners announced for MPG Awards
17 February 2012
PPL sponsored the award for Outstanding Contribution to UK Music, won by Martin Mills.
The UK is in love with Adele
14 February 2012
The most played romantic love songs of last year are revealed, with one in every 20 songs played in 2011 including the word ‘love’ in its title.
PPL members to have improved system to register repertoire
13 February 2012
PPL is pleased to announce that members will soon be able to register new recordings directly through an online myPPL account from the end of February 2012.
PPL signs Equality & Diversity Charter for Music
8 February 2012
The UK music industry today launched a commitment to increase equality and diversity within the commerical music sector.
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Northern Restaurant and Bar Show
12 March 2012
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The UK is in love with Adele
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