New busking guidelines introduced

New busking guidelines have been introduced in Cumbria.

'Keep Streets Live' campaign group have worked together with Cumbria Police, Carlisle City Council to create a guide.

The guidelines will support residents, businesses and performers, ensuring buskers play at designated sites that are suitable for both musicians and the public.

• What is busking?

Busking is the act of performing music, dance, street theatre or art in a public space for monetary donations.

In Carlisle no licence is required to busk unless you are raising money for a charity, in which case you must hold a valid charity collection permit.

The full guide can be found on www.carlisle.gov.uk