Issue - meetings

The Director of Neighbourhood Services submitted a report concerning the implementation of the Live Music Act 2012, the detail of which was set out in Essential Reference Paper “B” the report now submitted.

In response to a query from Councillor R Beeching concerning how this would affect the Performing Rights Organisation, the Licensing Manager advised that it would not make affect the Performing Rights situation.  He advised how the new Act would impact on organisations with and without premises licences.

In response to a query from Councillor E Buckmaster, regarding a review of licences, the Licensing Manager advised that the Council, acting as a responsible authority, could seek a review of a licence following noise complaints. 

In response to a query from Councillor K Crofton regarding busking, the Licensing Manager explained that busking could not be controlled because it was an activity which could not be licensed.

Members received the report.

RESOLVED – that the report be received.