Equity is the UK trade union for professional performers and creative practitioners. As a leading industry organisation, Equity is known and respected nationally and internationally for the work we do with, and on behalf of, our members working across all areas of the entertainment industry.

Equity members form a cultural community that is of major importance to the UK in artistic, social and economic terms and Equity works to support them by negotiating their terms and conditions including fee structures with all kinds of employers and employer’s groups. 

We are a campaigning and organising union and proud of our strong record of taking the things that matter to our members to parliament and other centres of influence. Being part of Equity gives members a voice in these places. Members are at the heart of all the union’s activities and by getting involved they drive forward the work of the union.

Set up in 1930 by a group of artists Equity has, over the decades, had many landmark moments which have made the industry a better place for our members to work. We have brought about  fair payments and fees for artists; health and safety regulation; an outstanding royalties and residuals structure; members' pension and insurance schemes; supported individuals and groups of members; taken a stand on their behalf and made a difference in countless ways.

In 1967 Equity incorporated the Variety Artistes' Federation.

Equity UK

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This department encompasses professionals involved in acting across various media and productions.

Performing Arts

This department focuses on coordinating and overseeing various organizational initiatives and support functions.

Organizational Management

This department focuses on promoting and safeguarding the interests and rights of equity professionals within the organization.

Equity Advocacy

This department focuses on managing digital communication strategies and supporting public policy initiatives.

Communications and Advocacy

This department oversees the governance and regulation of recorded media within the industrial sector.

Recorded Media Management

This department manages and coordinates regional initiatives and community engagement across various areas.

Equity UK

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Teams

Performing Arts

Organizational Management

Equity Advocacy

Communications and Advocacy

Recorded Media Management

Regional Operations

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