Cliff’s Law – the ruling on extending the period in which veteran musicians can claim royalties on their records – comes into effect this autumn. But will it work? Sarah Byrt and Dan Gallagher report
The extension of copyright in sound recordings and performers’ rights from 50 years to 70 years is due to take effect on 1 November. Known as ‘Cliff’s Law’ – having gained the support of Sir Cliff Richard as well as a number of other high-profile musicians and record producers of the 1960s – it will apply to sound recordings that were first released on or after 1 January 1963.
