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Frequently Asked Questions: Holding events

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Holding events FAQs

Q: Hosting an Event: What is an Event Permit?

Q: Hosting an Event: What is a Temporary Event Notice?

Q: Hosting an Event: When do I need an Event Permit?

Q: Hosting an Event: Where can I hold an Event in Southend?

Q: Hosting an Event: Do I need an Event Permit to hold a Street Party?

Q: Hosting an Event: Do I need an Event Permit to have a party on the beach with my friends?

Q: Hosting an Event: How do I know if a location is available to hire?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I hold my Event at a location not shown?

Q: Hosting an Event: Do I have to hold my Event in one place or can I plan a route?

Q: Hosting an Event: Will there be any fees?

Q: Hosting an Event: Are there any exemptions or exceptions to fees?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I get a refund?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I cancel an application/booking?

Q: Hosting an Event: How do I apply for an Event Permit?

Q: Hosting an Event: How long does it take to get an Event Permit issued?

Q: Hosting an Event: What happens when I submit an Event Application?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I make amendments to my application once it’s submitted?

Q: Hosting an Event: Do I need to have insurance cover for my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Will my application and details be published?

Q: Hosting an Event: Will I need to get a Licence for my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I have music at my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I have alcohol at my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I have food at my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I have balloons at my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Can I have banners at my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: Who is responsible for litter at the Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: When should I start advertising my Event?

Q: Hosting an Event: What is a Public Highway?

Q: Hosting an Event: What happens if I want to close a road, arrange parking or divert traffic for my event?

Q: Hosting an Event: How can I make sure my Event is run safely?

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Charity Event

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Commercial Event

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Non-Commercial Event

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Community Event

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Religious Event

Q: Hosting an Event: Definition of a Political Event

Q: Organising a Street Party: What is the difference between a Street Party and an Event?

Q: Organising a Street Party: What is a Street Party Permit?

Q: Organising a Street Party: When do I need a Street Party Permit?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Where can I hold a Street Party in Southend?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Will there be any fees?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I cancel an application?

Q: Organising a Street Party: How do I apply for a Street Party Permit?

Q: Organising a Street Party: How long does it take to get Street Party Permit issued?

Q: Organising a Street Party: What happens when I submit a Street Party Application?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Do I need to have insurance cover for a Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Will my application and details be published?

Q: Organising a Street Party: What is a Temporary Event Notice?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Will I need to get a Licence for my Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I hold a collection or raffle to raise money for charity?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I have music at the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I have alcohol at the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I have food at the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I have balloons at the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I have bunting/street decoration at the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: When should I start advertising the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Who is responsible for litter at the Event?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Can I sell tickets for the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: What is a Public Highway?

Q: Organising a Street Party: What do I need to close the road for the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: When should the road be closed and opened?

Q: Organising a Street Party: How do I divert traffic for the Street Party?

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Charity event

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Commercial event

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Non-Commercial event

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Community event

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Religious event

Q: Organising a Street Party: Definition of a Political event

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