July 2nd, 2011

Playing Music – Don’t Fiddle!

If you use music in your business then you need to make sure you’ve got the proper licences in place. Depending on your use of music you may need to have a licence from both the PRS and the PPL.

Typical situations that require a licence are:

Music on Hold
Radios etc in shops / offices
Bars and restaurants

Failing to be properly licensed is a civil offence so it can land you with a hefty fine if you don’t comply.

You can find more information here:

http://www.ppluk.com/en/Music-Users/Playing-Music-and-Videos-In-Public/

http://www.prsformusic.com/users/businessesandliveevents/Pages/default.aspx

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Penalties

by John Mansley FCA
Director

John manages a wide portfolio of owner managed businesses and oversees the smooth operation of the firm’s payroll department.

After obtaining his degree in mathematics from the University of Liverpool, John joined Jonathan Ford & Co in 2004 and qualified as a chartered accountant four years later. John likes to keep abreast of developments in tax and accounting and is responsible for the mentoring of junior staff.

Outside of work, John enjoys powerlifting and is a Liverpool FC season ticket holder.