Music

Playing music in public can require a variety of licences. Firstly, it is possible that a Premises licence must be obtained from the Council or a Temporary Events Notice given unless the music is incidental to something else - for example, background music in a shop. There are a number of other exemptions, including where the music is played as part of a religious service or there is no audience but care must be taken not to fall foul of the law as the penalties are very severe (up to £20,000 and/or six months in prison).

In addition, there are Royalty issues and licences may be needed from the Performing Rights Society and/or Phonographic Performance Limited. Please visit their websites for futher details.