In the UK, copyright in your songs lasts for your lifetime plus 70 years after your death. This means your songs remain protected assets that can benefit your estate and heirs for generations. The 70-year period begins on 1 January following the year of your death.
Protect
Campaigning and support to protect the rights and earnings of songwriters and composers.
Campaign
How we've secured per diems for songwriters
Celebrate
The most prestigious celebrations of songwriters, composers and their champions.
The Ivors Classical Awards
11 November 2025
