Many
activities in schools require licences
Does your school use the overhead projector instead of hymn books during
assembly? Does your school use recordings of television and radio
programmes in the classroom? Is music played in dance or aerobic classes?
Does your limited budget mean you cannot afford to buy enough books or
music for your pupils and you have to rely on photocopies instead? Are
discos ever held on your school premises? Do you ever put on plays,
musicals or concerts? These are just some of the normal school activities
which depend on the use of literature, music and art in their many
manifestations. Many of these works are protected by copyright and those
who created them have a right to license their use, and to be paid when
they are used.
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The
value of creative works
These works are central to the national curriculum as subjects in their
own right. They also play a vital role in preparing children to be better
citizens and to meet the challenges of the labour market by contributing
to their wellbeing and development.
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Copyright
and creative industries
Literature, music and art are also key elements of the creative
industries. These industries make an important and ever-growing
contribution to the economy of our country. 1 in 20 of the workforce
currently earns their living from the creative industries. A strong
copyright regime supported by legislation has enabled most of these
industries to develop. Their continuing health and the future livelihoods
of many of your pupils depend upon the recognition of the value of
copyright works, by making proper payment for their use.
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Your
responsibility
You will be aware that each school is responsible for ensuring that all
necessary copyright licences have been obtained for its activities. The
purpose of these pages is to inform and to help you identify which
activities need to be licensed and to direct you to the appropriate
organisation in each case for further advice and guidance.
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Note: This guide to licensing organisations covers the majority of routine
activities for which schools require a licence, but it is not
exhaustive. Other organisations may need to be contacted.
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Licences for certain school activities are obtainable directly from the
relevant copyright owner(s).
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