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HomeCategoryEntertainmentOxford buskers MUST smile or be penalised!
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Oxford buskers MUST smile or be penalised!

A new code of conduct in Oxford requires buskers to smile or face a penalty of up to £1,000!
Posted by: admin , May 27, 2015
  • A new code of conduct in Oxford requires buskers to smile or face a penalty of up to £1,000!
  • The code of conduct stipulates that Oxford buskers are to “smile, enjoy yourselves and entertain others”.
  • City council has implemented the change to tackle anti-social behavior, with buskers reportedly identified as culprits!
  • Currently, buskers can get a free licence to play in Oxford provided the music is not audible from 50 metres. Those who breach the code are fined  £100, which can be increased to £1,000 by a court.
  • Buskers are reportedly not happy, arguing that the rule creates an atmosphere of fear and control. A demonstration was held recently where buskers played ‘non-compliant’ music and scowled at passers-by.
  • Does the new code of conduct criminalise the act of not smiling?

Read more:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/11627964/Smile-while-you-busk-or-pay-a-1000-fine.html

http://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/world/buskers-ordered-to-smile-or-pay-fines-678610.html

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3095666/Smile-pay-1-000-Buskers-Oxford-face-hefty-fine-unless-smile-enjoy-entertain-times.html

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