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FAQ Category: IMRO TV Banket Licence Explained

What do the licences allow you to do?

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The licence allows broadcasters operating from the Republic of Ireland to undertake the following acts in relation to musical works :

  • Broadcasting
  • Inclusion in a Cable programme service
  • Performance in Public
  • Simulcasting
  • Streaming

What rights are covered by the Licences?

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“Performing Right” means, in relation to a musical work, the rights set out in section 40(1)(a)-(d) of the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 namely the rights of:

  • Making available a copy of the work
  • Performing, showing or playing a copy of the work in public
  • Broadcasting a copy of the work;
  • Including a copy of the work in a Cable programme service

How does the licence work?

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Royalties are calculated as percentage of Gross Advertising and Video On Demand/Online Player Revenue.

Broadcasters are required to submit on a monthly basis to IMRO information on all musical works broadcast on the service.

An MCPS TV Blanket Licence is required in conjunction with this licence.