NickM

There is a related thread entitled "have Sam Smiths banned ALL music" which was started by Nick from Farlington at the end of November, the thread was the precusor of this. It would indicate that the decision of Humphrey Smith to remove means of entertainment, TV Radio, Juke boxes and live sessions was first made known at this time.
Several people, myself included have written to him, I to date have not had a response. According to various bits of "gossip" he does not seem to welcome any intrusion (as he see's it)into the running of the estate.
It would also seem that his decision was made on financial grounds with regard to the purchase of the various licences required. I have emailed the Performing Rights Society (PRS) for clarification of wether sessions which do not make a door charge or the performers received payment are required to have a licence. I have been met by a deafening silence. If and when I receive a response I will forward it to one and all

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