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Live Music Act 2012
Summary
The Live Music Act 2012 simplifies the rules around hosting live music in smaller venues. It removes some licensing requirements and fees for small-scale performances (like acoustic sets in pubs), making it cheaper and easier for communities to enjoy live music without dealing with lots of government paperwork.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing rules that make it easier for live music to happen in small venues and communities. It removes unnecessary red tape and licensing fees, so local pubs, cafes, and small halls can host live performers without expensive paperwork, encouraging more live music events across the UK.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act might reduce safety standards or noise protections for people living near venues. Some also argue it could let venues avoid proper licensing requirements that exist for good reasons, like ensuring fire safety and protecting neighbours from excessive noise.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading25 Oct 2011
- 2nd reading25 Nov 2011
- Committee stage14 Dec 2011
- Report stage20 Jan 2012
- 3rd reading20 Jan 2012
Lords
- 1st reading7 Jul 2010
- 2nd reading4 Mar 2011
- Committee stage15 Jul 2011
- Report stage10 Oct 2011
- 3rd reading18 Oct 2011
Royal Assent8 Mar 2012
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