PART XIIEMPLOYMENT OF CHILDREN

Introductory

Interpretation133

1

In this Part—

  • “broadcasting studio” means a studio used in connection with the provision of a programme service;

  • “child” means a person who is not over school-leaving age;

  • “performance of a dangerous nature” includes all acrobatic performances and all performances as a contortionist;

  • “programme service” has the same meaning as in the Broadcasting Act 1990F1;

  • “school-leaving age” means the upper limit of compulsory school age;

  • “street trading” includes the hawking of newspapers, matches, flowers and other articles, playing, singing or performing for a profit, shoe-polishing and other similar activities carried on in streets or public places.

2

For the purposes of this Part a child who assists in a trade or occupation carried on for profit shall be deemed to be employed notwithstanding that he receives no reward for his labour.

Exemptions and saving134

1

The provisions of this Part and of any regulations made under it shall not apply to a child detained in a training school.

2

The provisions of this Part are in addition to any statutory provision—

a

relating to the employment of children; or

b

for giving effect to any international convention regulating employment.