The Lib Dem manifesto apes the key points in the proposed Clement-Jones Bill by suggesting it will "cut red tape for putting on live music", provide an exemption from the Licensing Act for gigs of 200 people or less and reintroduce the two-in-a-bar rule.

The manifesto adds, "We will reintroduce the rule allowing two performers of unamplified music in any licensed premises without the need for an entertainment licence, allow licensed venues for up to 200 people to host live ...