Body of Persons Approval (BOPA)

How to apply for a BOPA?

The law requires applications for child work permits are made to the local authority where the workplace is located. 

Body of Persons Approval application 

Fine and penalties

Failure to comply with Children & Young Persons Act 1963 s.37 and The Children (Performances and Activities) (England) Regulations 2014 is a criminal offence, which on conviction carries a maximum penalty of £1,000 or three months imprisonment or both, for each offence


 

Worried about a child in work or who is performing