The voice for copyright in the UK
BCC policy note on Fair Use

The British Copyright Council publishes policy note for politicians and policy makers outlining how Fair Use operates in the United States and explains why importing such a model into UK law would weaken the UK’s gold standard copyright framework. Far from offering...

A representative voice

We provide an effective, authoritative and representative voice for the copyright community, and encourage greater understanding and acceptance of copyright in the UK and around the world.

A watching brief

We monitor changes in law, social practices and technology that may affect copyright and related rights, consulting with our members and working closely with the British Government and international groups on current issues and policies.

An information resource

This website is a resource for organisations that represent creators, performers and other rights holders, or manage rights for creative material. You’ll find our latest news, policy and documents here.

The voice for copyright in the UK
BCC policy note on Fair Use

The British Copyright Council publishes policy note for politicians and policy makers outlining how Fair Use operates in the United States and explains why importing such a model into UK law would weaken the UK’s gold standard copyright framework. Far from offering...

A representative voice

We provide an effective, authoritative and representative voice for the copyright community, and encourage greater understanding and acceptance of copyright in the UK and around the world.

A watching brief

We monitor changes in law, social practices and technology that may affect copyright and related rights, consulting with our members and working closely with the British Government and international groups on current issues and policies.

An information resource

This website is a resource for organisations that represent creators, performers and other rights holders, or manage rights for creative material. You’ll find our latest news, policy and documents here.

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