HAVE YOU GOT A LICENSE FOR THAT?
Bah Humbug from the Brits.
Car maintenance chain Kwik Fit is currently tied up in a bitter legal battle with the UK Performing Rights Society (PRS). It’s alleged that Kwik Fit’s mechanics allowed their radios to be played within earshot of the public. According to the PRS this constitutes broadcasting copyrighted work without a license, for which they are demanding £200,000 in damages.
As if this wasn't enough, when the PRS discovered that kids sing in a carol concert at the premises, they declared that the premises were under licensed and, unless they wanted to pay more fees, the kids must stick to old and out of copyright songs only.
Altogether now: 'tis the season to be jolly, tra la la la la