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Licence for beach photography - A press photographer was told they needed a licence to take photographs on a beach.
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A beach warden, who was identified as 'Beach 8', told a press photographer she wasn't allowed to take photographs of the promenade at Branksome Chine without a licence.The photographer, Hattie Miles, who works for the Daily Echo had taken photos on the beach for years so carried on even though the warden demanded to see a licence.
The Daily Echo reported that Stuart Terry, coastal works manager at Poole council, said the beach is council land it was 'standard industry practice' for photographers to seek permission before taking photographs. However, he wanted to assure people that it's not their intention to stop or restrict photographers or film-makers using the beaches in Poole.
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I've just been shooting at this location, albeit early morning, and was not harassed by any council workers who were in the area at the time (just as well - I stand my ground).
All land is going to be owned by somebody or other. Does this mean we have to seek permission every time we pull out a camera?
Ridiculous.
RichBrew
Actually William the Conquerer made a Law that no one can own a beach. Thats why Sea Anglers don`t pay a licence and Freshwater Anglers do.
To get around this the council own the access rights--but its a bit to late if your already there!
Thought we lived in a free society??? apparently NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Have a look at the 'I'm a Photographer Not a Terrorist' website for interesting topics on a similar theme.
And people, you have got it all WRONG - nobody asked the sand and the water if it was okay to take photographs - they have rights too you know!
Welcome to Big Brother Britain - hope you enjoy the ride (just don't take any photos)
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