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If you wish to know the ages/hours that a child can work, please view or download the following document:
Employment of Children & Young Persons - Ages and Hours (pdf)

For more information on the types of work a child can do, please view or download the following document:
Information On The Employment Of Children Of Compulsory School Age (pdf)

Children of compulsory school age need a work permit for any paid employment. There are national laws and local byelaws governing the employment of young people.
Child Employment Permit Application Form (pdf)

Children who take part in performances or modelling may need a performance licence. Again there are laws relating to hours and conditions relating to a performance.
Child Performance Licence Application Form (pdf)

Chaperon or Matron Approval Application Details and Form(s)

A child who has a performance licence must be accompanied by a parent or by an approved Chaperone/Matron. Please click the link for more information.