The BBC has announced that it will suspend the license fee as a one-off for the King’s Coronation weekend. The broadcaster said it is in “exceptional circumstances” that a temporary dispensation is granted, with the event needing to be of “national importance”.

The exemption means that events can be organised to screen the coronation for communities in venues such as churches and village halls without needing to purchase a license, although a PRS Licence will still be required. Other examples of community venues include commercial premises such as concert halls, performing arts venues, and cinemas. It also applies to any outdoor venues that have the facilities to screen.

Further details are available here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-screen-the-coronation-and-the-coronation-concert/


• Be in celebration of The Coronation
• Take place between 5th and 8th May 2023
• Be organized and run by unpaid volunteers
• Be provided for the local community
• Have a total expected attendance/capacity 300 or fewer
• Not generate a profit
• Be held in premises or a place that does not otherwise require, or currently hold, TheMusicLicence.

Provided that these conditions are our ACRE Network has been advised that “We would not license this event under our discretionary charging policy.” i.e. no license if needed.

If you’re organising a community event to celebrate the King’s Coronation in Berkshire we’d LOVE to hear from you so we can share and promote it on our social media channels. Please send details to gemma.pearce@ccberks.org.uk