Factors to Consider When Planning an Event (Unit 4 P5)
It is important to establish early on what your boundaries are. An event organiser will establish the budget, the time available, the availability of a location and the facilities in the venue.
It is important to be aware of the laws that might affect your event.
Legal Constraints
Legal Constraints are laws that have to be followed by businesses in their activities. These are implemented by the government with the objective to protect the public and the economy. Legal constraints vary from country to country so businesses must be aware of the differences when operating internationally.
Events Legislation
A premises license is a certificate granted by the government to provide permission for certain activities to take place at the awarded location. Locations may include permanent locations such as a restaurant or moveable locations such as gaming vans. Activities include drinking alcohol, music performances, indoor sports events, showing films and theatrical performances.
Read more about premises licenses in the UK here.
Insurance
Public liability insurance is a method of protection employed by a business to cover any expenses that may arise due to a member of the public or other organisations being injured or having their property damaged by the activities of that business. This includes injuries that results from slips and falls at a business’ premises as well as damage to the equipment or vehicle of a contractor. It works by paying an external provider a regular sum of money in return for support with legal costs in case any arise.
