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Why do I need a PPL licence?
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I'm a Business or Broadcaster
Music licensing for playing recorded music in public as a business or as a TV or radio broadcaster.
At a business
Apply for a PPL licence
Any business (including community buildings) that plays recorded music in public is almost certainly legally required to have a PPL licence.
In a radio broadcast
Apply for a licence.
UK radio stations must obtain a PPL licence to play recorded music in their broadcasts.
In a TV broadcast
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Television broadcasters that transmit from the UK must obtain a PPL licence before they can play recorded music in their programming.
I'm looking for music suppliers
Find a licensed supplier.
Music suppliers can provide pre-prepared recorded music and music videos to suit various business needs.
PPL membership
If you've performed on or own the rights to recorded music, you could earn royalties by joining PPL.
Why should I become a member?
Register today.
Have you performed on or own the rights to recorded music? PPL could be collecting royalties on your behalf.
How to manage my member account
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When you register for PPL membership, you receive free access to myPPL – a secure service allowing you to manage your account online.
Understanding my royalties
Payment schedule and more.
Find out more about when and how PPL pays its members.
Our company
PPL licenses recorded music played in public or broadcast, and distributes the fees to its members.
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See the latest company news, events and read our press releases.
Who we are
Company history
Established in 1934, PPL exists to ensure that those who invest their time, talent and money to make music are fairly paid for their work.
What we do
Company function
PPL licenses recorded music played in public or broadcast on the radio or TV and then distributes the fees to its members.
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PPL offers a varied range of different careers based in our modern central London offices.
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I play music at a business
Why do I need a PPL music licence?
I don't understand my invoice, what does it mean?
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Exercise instructors
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Schools and colleges
Cinema and theatres
Concerts, exhibitions and event venues
Halls for hire
Local authority buildings
Vehicles and transport
Community buildings
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I’m not sure what type of licence I need
What happens to the PPL licence fee?
Consultation: The use of recorded music in Specially Featured Entertainment
Radio broadcasting
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Television broadcasting
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Master content suppliers
In-flight entertainment systems
Music for hotel bedrooms
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Digital/hard disk jukeboxes
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Background music video compilations
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Compilations for on-hold telephone services
Background music hard disk systems
Background music compilations (CD)
I Make Music
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Can I receive PPL royalties?
How do I begin to earn PPL royalties?
What is an ISRC?
How to manage my member account
Understanding my royalties
When will I get paid?
How can I earn more royalties?
What does my payment mean?
Where does PPL collect money from?
How are royalties distributed?
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