Where music benefits is that prior to this Bill pubs DID need a licence- now they get one whether they have music or not.
For one who supports creative arts, I consider this to be a good move

Pubs still do need the licence and they only get one IF they apply for entertainment and the local authority agree that the premises are suitable and if there are no complaints upheld by residents etc.

I would agree that IF all public places were made safe for entertainment and no one could opt out, it would indeed be good thing. But as many of our smaller eatablishments will not apply, we will be back where we started.

With local authorities seeking out swaying to music and foot tapping by audiences.