Licensing bodies and collective management organisations

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Summary: Licensing Bodies and Collective Management Organisations

Licensing bodies and collective management organisations (CMOs) are essential for obtaining permission to use copyright material. A CMO grants rights on behalf of multiple rights holders in a single licence for a single payment. In the UK, there are various CMOs that manage different types of copyright works, such as music, print and digital material, performers' rights, and artistic works. These CMOs are regulated by the Collective Management of Copyright (EU Directive) Regulations 2016, which aim to improve governance, financial management, and transparency. The Intellectual Property Office is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with these regulations. The document provides an overview of various CMOs in the UK, including their role, functions, and the types of copyright materials they manage.