Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you play music, TV, or copyrighted content in a business, care home, staff area, or public space — yes, you probably do.
Even if you're not charging for entry, a licence is often required to stay legally compliant.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the most common licences you may need:

🎶 PPL / PRS

• PRS: Covers the musical composition

• PPL: Covers the recorded performance

Required if you play recorded music in public — including background music, events, or on-hold systems.

🎬 MPLC (Motion Picture Licensing Company)

Legalises the showing of movies/TV shows from participating studios in public or semi-public spaces.

🎞️ PVSL (Public Video Screening Licence)

Needed for non-commercial screenings in venues like care homes, schools, and hospitality businesses.

📺 AVLA (Audiovisual Licensing Agency)

For using audiovisual content internally — often in corporate training or educational materials.

📄 Other Copyright Licences We Cover

• NLA – For sharing news articles or clippings within your organisation

• CLA – Covers photocopying, scanning, and digital reuse of published materials

Yes — we offer both one-off reviews and ongoing support.

We will:

• Assess what licences (if any) you need

• Deal directly with licensing bodies on your behalf

• Keeping on top of renewals so you never fall behind

Not with us. We aim to provide clear, actionable advice quickly, so you can get back to running your business — without second-guessing your legal obligations.

Not necessarily. Many organisations are simply unaware of the rules — and some may not need a licence at all.

We’ll:

• Review your current situation

• Explain your obligations clearly

• Help you get everything in place — without stress or panic

Solicitors often don’t specialise in the specific requirements of copyright licensing bodies. This can lead to:

• Paying for the wrong licence

• Missing exemptions

• Wasting time and money

We offer specialist advice tailored to copyright licensing specifically.

Our pricing depends on:

• The level of support you need

• The complexity of your setup

We’ll always give you a clear, upfront quote with no hidden charges.

For a cost breakdown, just get in touch — there’s no obligation.

No — we’re completely independent.

That means:

• No commissions

• No upselling

• Just honest advice based on what’s right for you

We support clients across a wide range of industries, including:

• 🧓 Care homes

• 🏭 Manufacturers

• 🛍️ Retail stores

• 🍽️ Hospitality venues

• 🏢 Corporate offices

• 🏋️ Gyms & leisure centres

Not sure if this applies to your business? Just ask — we’ll let you know.

Getting started is simple:

• 📩 Drop us a message

• 📝 Fill out our quick contact form

• 📞 We’ll arrange a free, no-obligation call to talk things through