B.A. Ware: The question of noise in music halls is a matter under review. Two reasons, basically, Continuous noise can cause permanent hearing loss. If the musicians are deafened, who is liable to pay compensation? The matter is quite clear when dealing with hearing-loss which results from industrial noise, or military service.
Vistors to music concerts do attend by choice, but the music equipment must be set at a reasonable decibel level.
The other matter is more complex. Music from pubs and other venues, is imposed upon local residents quite independently of their will. No choice there I'm afraid. In some areas thios is a major source of annoyance.
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