London's Night Time Economy

The London Assembly Economy, Culture and Skills Committee has published its report - London’s Night-Time Economy - supporting calls for the live music industry to introduce a voluntary levy on arena and stadium tickets to support GMVs in London.

The report follows an in-depth investigation by the Committee, which saw industry experts, professionals and local authorities provide evidence on London’s night-time economy, what work is currently being done, and any barriers preventing further growth in the sector.

Key recommendations in the report include:

• The Mayor should advocate for London’s live music industry to introduce a voluntary levy on arena and stadium tickets to support grassroots music venues in London.
• The Mayor should work with London Councils to promote best practice in licensing. This should include adding the Ask for Angela scheme to venues licensing conditions, so that operation of the scheme becomes enforceable as part of routine licensing visits.
• The Mayor should instruct Transport for London to carry out an impact assessment and review existing night tube provision since 2016. This should assess the practicability, benefits or difficulties of expanding the night tube.
• The Mayor should develop a code of practice for organisations in the entertainment sector in London who employ freelancers, to ensure better pay and conditions for these workers, along similar lines to the Good Work Standard.