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UK Pubs Music Licensing Red Tape

12 Months ago the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) launched a consultation to exempt small live music events from the bureaucracy of the Licensing Act. UK Music are seeking to remind the coalition Government of the outcomes of the original consultation.

Commenting on the findings of the original consultation, Feargal Sharkey, CEO of UK Music said:

“While delighted that an overwhelming number of respondents wanted small venues to be exempt from the red tape of the Licensing Act, there is immense frustration that we are still waiting for the Coalition to deliver on their promises.

“Live music is part of this country’s DNA. It stitches communities together. And, particularly in the current economic climate, it remains a vital part of the livelihood of musicians, pubs, clubs, bars and a host of other businesses.

“Thanks to the tireless efforts of Lord Clement-Jones, there is a Private Members Bill in motion that could remove this barrier to progress. However, the Licensing Minister has the power to meet his stated commitment within 40 days. I hope he can take the overwhelming message of this belated consultation onboard: give power back to local communities, liberate small scale live music and take it out of the Licensing Act.”

The Licensing Act is hurting small scale live music is beyond doubt. This has been the conclusion of eight previous consultations, two Government research projects, two national review processes and a Parliamentary Select Committee.

An exemption for small premises would not only help young emerging artists and jobbing musicians, but also the livelihood of pubs, clubs, bars and village halls.⁵

The Coalition Government’s Manifesto, published in May 2010, included a commitment to “cut red tape to encourage the performance of more live music”.

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