Edwards to lead research at UK Music

ANDY EDWARDS has become UK Music's new Director of Research and Analysis, having contributed to the trade body's research working group since its inception in 2012. He has 25 years' experience in the music business, including work with record labels, artist management, frontline and strategic roles.

His appointment follows other high profile changes at UK Music. In December, the organisation's founder ANDY HEATH said he was stepping down, and CEO MICHAEL DUGHER announced he is leaving to become CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council.