I wonder if magazines etc, such as the Living Planet and Rough Guide to Ireland,ask permission before they take photographs of musicians.
These guides are commercial enterprises,I personally dont mind as long as I am asked ,I believe it is the correct thing to do,and to also offer a pint,or a free copy of the book.
It can cause problems for people on social security or pensioners,if they are photographed busking,as I understand it in England you are only allowed to earn a fiver a week,if you are a pensioner.
since the co editor of The Rough Guide,occasionally graces us with his august presence,I hope he notes these considerations and the problems these guides can cause.Dick Miles