Busking in London. I need information!

CarmenfromTexas · Post by **CarmenfromTexas** » Fri Jun 10, 2011 12:37 pm

A friend will be busking in London this summer with his twin daughters for them to practice their English and raise school money.

The main question is he would like to know is is it prohibited or allowed for children to participate in street shows (performances) in the attendance of their father?

What are the legal labor laws and rules for children in such performances while under parental supervision? He wants to be sure to be within the rules and not have any problems with the police dept.

All information or links to more information are greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

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martinmartinez · Post by **martinmartinez** » Sat Jun 11, 2011 9:57 am

http://www.tfl.gov.uk/corporate/project ... /2435.aspx

I think you would be asked to 'move along now please' by a friendly 'copper' if you were causing a disturbance to the public.

Pursuivant · Post by **Pursuivant** » Sat Jun 11, 2011 9:17 pm

Busking in itself is not illegal although many local authorities have passed by-laws prohibiting busking. If you want to busk it is worth contacting the local authority to see if any by-laws have been passed with regards to busking. Children under 14 years may not busk.

CarmenfromTexas · Post by **CarmenfromTexas** » Sun Jun 12, 2011 11:14 pm

Thanks for your help, you guys! Much appreciated. Found a very good article with links to more information on the topic of busking in the UK.

http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-make-mone ... -in-the-uk

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