WITH the bulk of the English Premier League season kicking off on August 8, TV Licensing is reminding pubs and clubs showing live sport in Redditch to make sure they are correctly covered by a TV Licence.
Any pub, club or sporting venue which shows live television is being told that it must have a valid TV 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.
Mark Whitehouse, TV Licensing spokesman for the West Midlands, said: “With around 120 pubs in or within 10 miles of Redditch, many fans will choose to watch the matches in their local pub, soaking up the atmosphere whilst following all the twist and turns of what is sure to be an exciting campaign.
“It’s important pubs and clubs are correctly licensed and we know landlords and managers want to stay within the law, which is why we are issuing this advice ahead of the 2015-16 football season.”
Landlords or pub managers who would like more information about TV Licensing requirements, can call the TV Licensing businesses team on 0300 790 6131 or visit tvlicensing.co.uk/businesses.
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