Overview

This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act 1990 to allow for the free distribution of printed materials at small-scale live entertainment events in England and Wales. It removes restrictions on distributing advertising and promotional material for events with audiences of up to 600 people.

Description

The Cultural and Community Distribution Deregulation Bill modifies Schedule 3A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (inserted by the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005). This schedule concerns restrictions on distributing printed matter, often relating to litter. This bill adds an exception to these restrictions. Specifically, it permits free distribution of printed material for events with an audience of 600 people or less. "Live entertainment" is broadly defined to include plays, music performances, dance, comedy, poetry readings, magic shows, puppet shows, art exhibitions, film society events, and similar cultural or recreational activities. The bill applies only to England and Wales and will come into force on a date set by the Secretary of State.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to significantly impact government spending. The changes are regulatory, removing restrictions rather than creating new funding requirements or programs.

Groups Affected

Groups potentially affected include:

• Organizers of small-scale live entertainment events: They will benefit from the deregulation, reducing costs associated with distributing printed materials.
• Local councils and environmental agencies: Their responsibilities regarding litter control may be slightly reduced, though the impact is likely to be minimal given the small scale of the events covered.
• Attendees of small-scale live entertainment events: They will receive promotional materials more readily at events.

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