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Arts and entertainment

Arts - information and advice
Provision of information and advice on local arts organisations, exhibitions and events.
Entertainment
Film and photography permissions
The council welcomes film, television and photographic companies who wish to film/photograph in and around the local area and will provide help and assistance, including identifying suitable locations. However, it is essential that permission is obtained from the council before filming/photography begins in council-owned buildings or locations.
Licence - alcohol and entertainment
The Licensing Act 2003 amalgamates six existing licensing regimes covering the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment, the provision of late night refreshment and replaces them with a single system of premises licences. Existing licensee's already holding justices licences granted by the magistrates court and/or public entertainment, theatre, cinema, and night cafe licences granted by the local authority will be able to apply to the council to transfer those licences into the new regime being introduced by the Licensing Act 2003.
Licence - amusements with prizes
In accordance with the Gaming Act 1967 and the Lotteries and Amusement Act 1976 any prospective occupiers of amusement parks, arcades and other premises on which amusements with prizes will be provided, must first obtain a permit issued by the local authority. In Scotland commercial bingo may lawfully be played on premises holding a licence issued under Part II of the Gambling Act 2005. A licence is required for any premises or club whose principal purpose is the playing of bingo whether for commercial profit or otherwise.
Licence - auction premises
Any premises used for public auctions must be registered unless the auction is a one day charity event. In this case, proof of charity status will be required. There is an application fee which must be paid at the time the application is made.
Licence - door supervisors
Any person who intends to carry out work in the capacity of a door supervisor (bouncer), in premises licensed for public entertainment, must first obtain registration with the local authority. Applications are usually subject to a satisfactory police check. In Scotland in some local authority areas it is mandatory to have a licence to work as a door supervisor. However, there is currently no national requirement and the private security industry in Scotland is not yet regulated.
Licence - gambling premises
The Gambling Act (2005) comes fully into operation in September 2007. Operator Licences and Personal Licences will be issued and regulated by the Gambling Commission. Local Councils will be responsible for the issue and regulation of Premises Licences.
Licence - gambling premises current applications
The Gambling Act (2005) comes fully into operation in September 2007. Operator Licences and Personal Licences will be issued and regulated by the Gambling Commission. Local Councils will be responsible for the issue and regulation of Premises Licences.
Licence - gaming machines
To operate a gaming machine offering prizes in commercial premises you must have a licence under section 34 of the Gambling Act, 2005.
Licence - lottery
Under the Gambling Act 2005 a licence is required to conduct small lotteries, raffles etc. by societies raising money for charity, sports and other similar purposes, for non-personal or non-commercial reasons.
Licence - sex shops
Schedule 3 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982, covers the licensing of sex shops. All applications must be advertised in the local press. In addition, where the application is in respect of a premise, a notice must be displayed outside the premises. The local authority is responsible for processing applications and issuing of licences. In Scotland licences are issued under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act, 1982. .
Licence - track betting
A licence is required by anyone carrying on bookmaking on any betting track. This extends to any premises on which races, of any description, athletic sports or other sporting events take place.
Parks and open spaces events
Events and outdoor activities in local parks and public open spaces may be organised by the council. These may be available to local residents, schools or other organisations and are aimed at promoting the facilities of the local area and providing education and enjoyment for all.