Nick Park

I have to admit to not being the greatest technician, but stop motion animation gives me licence to create machines that wouldn't otherwise be possible - inventions that seem real and actually work.

British Director

Emun Elliott

At school, I was a shy lad and still am. But acting gives me licence to be up there, demanding the focus. It's the one time in my life where I don't have to shout to be heard.

Scottish Actor

Gavyn Davies

It was an interesting question as to whether the BBC had a future in the digital world, and what form of market failure could justify the licence fee system.

British Businessman

Ant McPartlin

Obviously, the BBC is funded by licence-payers. If you are paying for a TV licence, when you see what people are paid, then you know you're funding that.

English Celebrity

Ferran Adria

I have a driver's licence, but the truth is that I hardly ever drive. I prefer to get around by taxi.

Spanish Chef

Mitchell Baker

The name Firefox is not part of the open source licence, and that's why it's important to us.

American Businesswoman

Mickey Rooney

I'm the only man in the world with a marriage licence made out to whom it may concern.

American Actor

Ainsley Harriott

Shouting on TV feels like it almost gives viewers licence to do it in real life.

English Chef

Noel Edmonds

I don't have a TV licence. I don't watch except on catch-up.

English Producer

Roy Thomson

Like having your own licence to print money.

Canadian Publisher

Licences are often mandatory for specific activities, like driving.

Legally Required

Every licence comes with conditions and rules you must follow.

Specific Terms

A licence has a set validity period after which it must be renewed.

Valid Period

This type of 'licence' is often seen negatively because it leads to excess.

Negative Connotation

Artistic or poetic licence means deviating from the norm creatively.

Creative Bounds

'Licence to kill' is famously associated with the fictional spy James Bond.

Cultural Phrase

Official licences are provided by a governing body or authority.

Government Issued

Different trades require different types of licences to operate.

Trade Specific

Licences for weapons like handguns come with high responsibility.

Carry Responsibly

A business gives you permission to do something when granting a licence.

Permission Granted

Licences let companies control how their products or services are used.

Controlled Use

Each licence comes with terms that detail the allowed usage.

Terms of Agreement

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