Glasgow's Code of Good Practice for Buskers and Street Performers
Welcome to Glasgow where street performing (busking) is a time-honoured art form that adds colour and vibrancy to our public spaces. Whenever a busker sets out to perform on a street, they join an existing community which can also include street traders, shops, businesses, residents, members of the public, and other buskers. It is therefore important that use of shared public space promotes positive and neighbourly relations between users. However, with so much activity taking place issues can arise.
Experience has shown that the following activity is likely to draw complaints:
The following good behaviour is therefore advised for buskers/street performers:
Street performers may also face prosecution and/or confiscation of equipment if they:
Whilst local authorities are limited in how they can respond when street performers breach this guidance, Community Enforcement Officers can respond to complaints, investigating issues raised, and working towards shared solutions to keep areas vibrant and welcoming for everyone. Should you wish to contact Glasgow City Council about busking/street performing, then please use the online submission form provided.
In instances where issues persist, matters can be raised to Police Scotland who retain enforcement powers under Section 54 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982. You can contact Police Scotland directly on 101.