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- Complete the application form and permission form, sign and return them by post to the Northern Grid
- Please complete all areas of the form. Forms may be returned if there are any areas missing.
- Please also email an electronic copy of the application form and any supporting statements to
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- The entry can be submitted by post, on a CD, DVD or memory stick, or by email
- When judging entries it may be necessary to contact you or arrange a visit to get more information. Please make sure the relevant contact details are included on the form.
All entries must clearly indicate where copyright permissions have been granted. Northern Grid cannot accept any entry which may be in breech of copyright.
Copyright Information
Northern Grid encourages all schools to submit original work when entering the Northern Grid awards and, where 3rd party content and resources are used, it is essential that copyright and IPR laws are adhered to.
All images, graphics, text, sound and video used in the submission can only be considered if written evidence is provided that states the individual or organisation that holds the copyright has provided clear permission for use.
Common misconceptions include:
'Videos and music free to download from websites are free to use.'
There are many websites that offer free downloads of commercially available music, video, images etc. however this does not mean the copyright owner has granted permission for its use by you (or even the website hosting the downloadable file).
‘If there’s no © symbol then the contents on a website is free to use’
Every resource on the web belongs to somebody and nobody has the legal right to copy, adapt or re use without clear permission from the owner.
‘They won’t mind if we use it, we’re a school and it’s for the children’
It is illegal to steal or use resources created and owned by another person or organisation. Offenders can expect legal action and heavy fines if copyright and IPR has been infringed.
Advice and guidance on copyright
Copyright Resources & Guidance
Additional Links
Shapes of time web resource developed by Marshal Mateer on behalf of the National Education Network.
Childnet International’s leaflet guidance around online music for parents, teachers and children
Creative Commons – explained here
Finding copyright free resources
Audio networks (accessible only via schools on the Northern Grid network
British Pathe
National Education Network Gallery
You can search for Creative Commons resources here:
If in doubt contact Northern Grid prior to entering work for the awards to ensure the work meets the requirements of copyright and IPR
Further advice on copyright can be accessed here.
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