Having sent a complaint to somerset County Council, threatening never to darken somerset's doorstep again, I recieved the following e-mail back:- "As the Licensing Manager for Taunton Deane Borough Council I have been asked to respond to your email. Contrary to your email we are not preventing the Ruishton Inn from Holding a music night at their premises we are endeavouring to issue a Public Entertainment Licence ASAP in order for licensee not to be prosecuted for allowing entertainment without the requisite licence. The reason for issuing a PEL are two fold; The safety of the public and performers at the venue and to minimise nuisance to neighbours. Should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards Jim Hunter 01823 356343" Perhaps this is a way forward, most local authorities want to promote tourists to their area, out of town complaints might have more effect than local ones
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