The City of York's Point 7.

Licensing / Education, Art and Culture
The Head's of City of York Council's Licensing Department and The Department of Education, Art and Culture fully support the Government's proposal to exempt small live music events from audiences of not more than 100 people.

The Without Walls vision statement for York states "York wants to be seen as an inclusive, lively and active city, with a strong international profile. To do this we will be supporting the creative industries, such as music, craft, and film as well as the provision of festival in the city and sports opportunity". Whilst there is the potential for an increase in noise nuisance, it is believed the power to revoke an exemption at a specific premise if there are problems arising from the live music event will protect residents but more importantly, will send a strong message of support to local business and tourism.