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Stage hypnotism licence

Under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 (in England and Wales) and the Hypnotism Act 1952 all performances which involve hypnotism must be licensed and the premises in which the performance is to be held must also be licensed for Regulated Entertainment under the Licensing Act 2003.

Licence summary

If you wish to show, demonstrate or perform a hypnotism act in public you must have authorisation from us (Licensing Service).

Eligibility criteria

You must comply with the conditions (43kb pdf file) attached to this Authority.

Regulation summary

A summary of the eligibility criteria for this licence.

Application evaluation process

No provisions in the legislation.

Will tacit consent apply?

No. It is in the public interest that the authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from the local authority within a reasonable period, please contact it. You can do this online here if you applied through the UK Welcomes service or use the contact details below.

Apply for a licence

To apply for a licence telephone or email us on the contact details provided. You should be able to apply for the following licence online in early 2010:

Failed application redress

Please contact us (Licensing Service) in the first instance.

Licence holder redress

Please contact us (Licensing Service) in the first instance.

Consumer complaint

We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery). If that has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.

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