Landlords need to avoid the sin bin with a TV licence
WITH the 2013 RBS 6 Nations championship kicking off on Saturday, TV Licensing is reminding pubs and rugby clubs in Torquay to make sure they are correctly covered by a TV Licence.
Any pub, bar or sports club which shows live television must be covered by a valid TV licence.
If there is living accommodation on the premises where a TV is also in use, this must be covered by a separate licence.
Pubs without a valid licence are breaking the law and run the risk of a court prosecution and fine of up to £1,000 per offence plus costs.
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Warren Carr, TV Licensing spokesman for the south west, said: "With scores of pubs and rugby clubs in Torquay, watching live rugby and cheering on England in the company of friends is a great way to spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon.
"It's important pubs and clubs are correctly licensed and we know landlords and managers want to stay within the law.
"It is why we are issuing this advice ahead of the 2013 RBS 6 Nations tournament."
Brigid Simmonds, chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association, added: "With the time pressures on busy pub licensees, it's easy to overlook making sure your TV licence for the premises is up to date.
"These days, live TV sport is now a hugely popular part of the British pub experience for millions of customers, so this is a timely reminder."
Landlords or managers who would like more information about TV Licensing requirements, or ways to spread the cost, can contact the TV Licensing businesses team via www.tvlicensing.co.uk/businesses
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