Scotland - Apply for Sports Ground License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Sports Ground License, the applicant has to approach the Local Councillink

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
9. The local authority may conduct inspections of the venue to assess its safety measures and compliance with regulations. Be prepared for these inspections and address any issues that are identified.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. The local authority will review your application, documentation, and safety plans. If everything meets their requirements, they will issue a safety certificate for the event.
12. On the day of the event, ensure that you adhere to the safety measures and plans outlined in your application and approved by the local authority.
13. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Emergency Evacuation Plan
• Character References
• Security Measures
• Insurance coverage
• Passport size photographs
• Floor plan and layout
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council – link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

Eligibility

• Any owner or operator of a sports ground that can hold more than 10,000 spectators is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

• The Safety Certificate is valid for a period of five years. You must renew your Safety Certificate before it expires.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Nationality
• A description of the music or performance you will be doing
• The dates and times you plan to busk
• The location where you plan to busk
• Mailing address
• Contact number
• Email id
• Other details
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Safety Certificate is a legal requirement for any sports ground in England that can hold more than 10,000 spectators. It is issued by the local authority and confirms that the sports ground meets the minimum safety requirements set out in the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses for obtaining this document/certificate.

e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some of the benefits of having a Safety Certificate for Sports Grounds in England:

• It can help to protect spectators and players from harm.
• It can help to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
• It can help to improve the safety culture at your sports ground.
• It can help to demonstrate your commitment to safety to spectators, players, and other stakeholders.