Busking in London restricted by "draconian" laws - Radio

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Walk down any high street and you’ll probably hear the sounds of music. Drummers, singers, guitarists, even dancers perform for the passers-by. London is a lively city with a vibrant arts culture. However, it is not so easy to just pick a corner and start singing. With stringent laws now in every borough, buskers are finding themselves on the wrong side of the law. I hit the pavement to find out why London’s street performers are under threat.

Published June 5th, 2014

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