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The Busker's Playbook
Downloads, legal templates, and essential advocacy tools for the UK street performance community.
Nation-Level Rules
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England & Wales: Governed by the Licensing Act 2003. PSPOs are the primary restriction tool.
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Scotland: Civic Government Act 1982. Police have statutory powers to stop annoyance.
Legal & Welfare
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Trading Allowance: Guidance on the £1,000 tax-free allowance for small incomes.
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Safe Space: Reporting tools for safety and welfare issues in the industry.
Digital Donations
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Cashless Tips: QR code systems and card reader comparisons for street work.
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PRS/PPL: Clarification on music licensing exemptions for buskers.
Westminster Busking Policy (PDF)
Official PDF outlining Westminster's licensing scheme, standard conditions and code of conduct.
DOWNLOAD PDFCamden Street Entertainment Policy (PDF)
Camden's licensing regime, application process and conditions including amplifier restrictions and grounds for revocation.
DOWNLOAD PDFKSL Edinburgh Advice Card
Keep Streets Live advice card for busking in Edinburgh. Essential guidance for performing in Scotland's capital.
DOWNLOAD PDFGlasgow Busking Code of Conduct
NO PERMIT REQUIRED (voluntary code). Control volume, avoid loud instruments, maintain 50m distance between performers. Code is advisory only.
DOWNLOAD PDFBristol Busking Guidance (PDF)
Bristol's guidance PDF with 90-minute limits, performance times, noise control and enforcement procedures.
DOWNLOAD PDFGuide to Busking in Liverpool (PDF)
Detailed guidance by Liverpool City Council, MU and Keep Streets Live. Covers pitch selection, noise, safety, merchandise, PLI and enforcement.
DOWNLOAD PDFCardiff Busking Guidelines (PDF)
Trial guidelines by Cardiff Council, South Wales Police and buskers. 90-minute pitch limits, 10am-7pm hours, amplification limits.
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