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Premier Disco Referral Program

Program A

If you refer Premier Disco to a friend and they hire me to do an event,
I will deduct 10% from your final payment of your event.
Tell two friends, who hire me and save 20% and so on!
(Referral must sign their agreement & pay retainer fee before your event takes place)

Program B

If you refer Premier Disco to a friend and they hire me to do an event,
but they sign their service agreement & pay their retainer fee
after your event takes place, I will send you a
5% referral thank you gift certificate to your favorite restaurant.
This is ongoing ‘forever’ so you can get
regular gift cards from regular referral

Conditions

1) The referral must let us know before their signing that you have referred them to Premier Disco.
2) The referral must provide your event ID number when booking their event.

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Premier Disco Cancellation Policy

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Premier Disco Cancellation Policy

I am writing this at a time when many events are being postponed or cancelled due to the governments reaction to the Coronavirus outbreak of 2020/1. Due to many restrictions, whether you agree with them or not, our industry has been brought to its knees. Many businesses are going bust and many events are being postponed or cancelled.

What Happens If You Need To Cancel?

It is very unfortunate that many people have no option to cancel an upcoming event. To this point, most of our clients have postponed to a later date in the hope that these restrictions will be lifted. At that time, we all hope to have a great party. The cancellations we have had have been from overseas couples. They have considerably more logistical issues than the average couple planning a wedding in the UK. UK couples have mostly postponed their wedding date.

If you need to cancel the first thing you need to do is to contact us and let us know about it. Even if you are at the earliest stage of considering a cancellation it is advised you get in touch right away. We may be able to help with some advice and guide you through the process.

Will You Lose Any Payments Already Made?

This depends totally on how long before your wedding or event date that you actually cancel.

If you let us know in plenty of time, before we have made any financial or chargeable commitments, we are happy to fully refund all payments we have received from you.

Contrary to what other companies will have you believe we have no legal right to withhold any payments from you. Put more accurately, we can charge you a fair amount for any work already completed or expenses incurred. Otherwise, you will get every penny back.

Any terms written into a DJ contract stating otherwise is most likely an unfair contract term that cannot be defended in law. We are the only DJ company we are aware of to guarantee this protection when an event is cancelled.

Ring-fenced Payments?

Premier Disco ring-fence all payments received.

To ensure your payments are always protected, we ring-fence every single payment received. Any monies you pay in advance for your event, are securely put aside to ensure they are available if a cancellation is made.

We Guarantee Your Refund

We absolutely guarantee that we will refund any payments in line with the previous statements, and law, for any reason you need to cancel your wedding or event.

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Choosing a Wedding DJ

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How Do You Choose a Wedding DJ?

It is only to be expected that you will be looking for the best DJ available to fit your style and budget. This is a non-exhaustive list of questions you should be asking yourself, and any DJ, you are thinking of hiring.

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Does your DJ have the correct experience for your wedding?

There are many different kinds of DJ’s, some with preferences for specific music types.
Some will be a fantastic club or kids party DJ but you need to make sure they are right for your wedding.
A great wedding DJ will have extensive experience in the wedding sector.
Will be playing typical wedding party tunes and any others you may like to hear.
Will be able to include specific genres to your preferences.
Will be able to adapt to suit your requirements.
Will be very confident using a microphone for the formal part of your wedding day but also be able to use it to best effect when the dancing begins.
Will dress and behave in a way best suited for your wedding.
Will not be a distracting feature at any time.

What is your DJ going to provide?

It is easy to book a DJ but you have to understand what your DJ will provide and what you need to bring if anything. What sound and lighting equipment and is it suitable for the venue? Make sure there are no hidden costs and that he/she brings the right experience.

What kind of music does your DJ have?

Most DJ’s own a very large collection of music. You still need to make sure they have the music you would like and that they are comfortable playing it. If the DJ has no experience of the particular type of music you want, they should speak up early and recommend another DJ who does.
DJ’s streaming music has become much more common in the past few years. This will allow them full access to almost anything you want but is totally dependant on the internet. If the wifi fails then you have no music. Make sure your DJ owns their music and is not renting it from some streaming service. Streaming is handy in an environment where there is great wifi for sourcing the odd track they do not have but do not rely on wifi for any reason.

Can you submit playlists in advance?

Some DJ’s will not accept playlists. They say you hire them for their skills and their selection of music. Never accept this or you will be left with very unhappy guests.
A good DJ will acquire a list from you in advance to make sure they have everything you need. They will also take requests on the night from you or your guests.

Will they accept a list of tracks not to play?

It is important to select music to be played at your wedding reception. It is just important to advise on songs you do not want to be played. There are many reasons you may want specific tracks not to be played, make sure your DJ is fully aware.

Does the price include lighting?

The music and presentation are all important but don’t underestimate the impact of good lighting. Ask if this is included in the cost.

Does your DJ have the correct insurance?

Typically you will have a contract with your venue. Your DJ will have a contract with you. If, for any reason, something goes wrong and the venue need to recoup some money for damages or other reason, they will claim against you. If your DJ does not have insurance in place you would need to pay the venue.
DJ Public Liability Insurance (PLI) is an absolute must to protect your venue, you, and your guests.
Simply DO NOT HIRE A DJ WITHOUT PLI.

Does your DJ have their electrical equipment portable appliance tested (PAT)?

Properly tested and certified equipment helps to prevent any safety or electrical issues. This goes hand in hand with PLI. A reduced risk of issues reduces the risk of having a claim.

Does your DJ have a backup plan in case of equipment failure?

If something fails during your event, does your DJ have a suitable back up system so the reception can continue? The very last thing you want to hear is that your party is ending early because an amplifier or other piece of equipment has failed.
Good maintenance and PAT certification help to prevent these occurrences, but things break down. Even brand new equipment or cars can have faults so make sure there is a back up plan.

Does your DJ provide a written contract?

Always have a written contract. It is true that a verbal contract is just as binding but without a written contract you will have no evidence of your agreement.

Are you hiring an individual DJ, agency or company?

There are many direct and indirect ways to hire a DJ. It is often said that using an agency is best. This is not the case.
An agency will have various DJ’s on their books and will say they guarantee a replacement if your DJ is ill before your wedding day. This is true but is also true for any reputable DJ. A good DJ always has back up processes in place just in case. An agency will charge you a large commission (about 25%) for this but will pass the responsibility onto the DJ they have hired. It is most often part of the DJ contract with an agency that the DJ is responsible to provide a replacement if they cannot perform.
Hire a DJ direct but have the contract reflect that they have provisions in place.

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Coronavirus Guidance Extended

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Premier Disco Coronavirus Update

How Will These Delays
Impact Your Event?

We all know about the latest announcement by the UK government of delays to the end of Coronavirus restrictions. Please see the information below about how this may impact your event.

Scottish Government Coronavirus Update

The Scottish government is soon due to lower the Covid level. This will now not happen and we are expecting a 3-4 week delay.

Depending on where you stay, the level would have dropped to either 0 or 1.


Currently, the Scottish Government has most of us in level 1 with some areas in level 2. As we stand, at this time, the government is not allowing dancing or singing even in level 0. With continued 2m distancing and face nappies this is effectively killing off the chance to have a party.

The guidance from the government is the usual mess of loopholes, unclear statements, and misguided advice. It is becoming increasingly difficult to interpret what their intentions actually are. It is a mix-mash of nonsense and conflicting information.

The Way Forward

Our way forward depends wholly on which level you are currently in.

Unless there is a change by the government your event may not be able to go ahead as you planned.

If you are currently in level 1, potentially going to level 0 in July, your event will not be able to have entertainment until level 0 is ended some time in mid August at the earliest.

If you are currently in level 2, potentially into level 1 in July and level 0 in mid August, your event may not be able to go ahead as planned until mid September at the earliest.

This is based on the current government guidelines. We are hoping these will be updated to allow dancing at level 0. If not, then we are all at the mercy of whenever the Scottish Government decides we will get out to play.

What Do We Think Will Happen?

Obviously we all want this over and for all events to get back to normal as a matter of urgency. However, there is little prospect of the timeline of guidance changing for the better. This will definitely cause issues for some of our couples in the next couple of months.

If your event is scheduled in the first half of August, I don’t see any chance of it going ahead with entertainment. Any events in the second half of August, or the first half of September, are likely to fall to the same fate. We need the government to change its guidelines.

Fingers crossed, we will be back to normal mid-September. This is also the start of the first seasonal flu season. Your guess is as good as mine whether the government once again over-reacts and keeps us all in limbo.

What Can You Do?

Your options basically are to go ahead without entertainment or wait until entertainment is allowed. Your venue may insist that they are open for your event and refuse to reschedule or offer refunds. With that in mind, it is probably better to give some serious consideration to postponing your event to a later date. Hopefully, to help you avoid potentially losing a substantial amount of money.

Even if your venue is being understanding and will allow a postponement, dates are getting thin on the ground. After 15 months of cancellations and postponements to this year and now to next year, normal weekend dates are beginning to get difficult to find. Many of our couples have opted for a mid-week wedding and some have chosen the first quarter of next year.

Having spoken to other people in the sector I have found that every DJ is in the same position. Many venues are already heavily booked for next year with some now only taking midweek bookings.

What Will Happen If You Delay?

Think about it and make a decision which is best for you. Remember any delay now may mean you will have to settle for a mid-week event or until a date in 2023.

FINAL NOTE

WE WOULD ALL BE FOOLISH TO THINK THAT THIS IS THE FINAL DELAY TO US BEING ALLOWED OUR FREEDOMS BACK. IF YOU LISTEN TO OR READ ANY NEWS YOU WILL BE AWARE OF THE RAMPING UP OF THE SCARE TACTICS USED THROUGHOUT THIS TIME BY THE GOVERNMENT AND THE PRESS. THEY ARE PREPARING US ALL FOR YET MORE DELAYS!

EXPECT FURTHER EXTENSIONS TO GETTING YOUR FREEDOM BACK!

ACT NOW TO SECURE YOUR DATE

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COVID 19 and Premier Disco

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COVID-19 and Premier Disco

Impacts of COVID 19

As we are all well aware by now, 7 months in, COVID 19 has had a profound impact on the whole planet. This has resulted in a whole host of negative impacts on individuals, businesses and the world economy as a whole.

Regardless of any individual opinions of how dangerous COVID actually is or how the governments of the world have dealt with it, we all have to live with it.

How Has COVID Affected Premier Disco?

Just like every other business, Premier Disco is suffering badly from the political response to COVID.

Our last event was at the end of March 2020, today being 15th October 2020. The various lockdowns, restrictions and general negativity created means we will not be trading for some considerable time to come. Most workplaces managed to get a return to business around July and August but the nightlife sector has been ignored and left in limbo.

We have lost ALL of our wedding season , and Christmas has been officially cancelled, for us at least. These are the two periods of the year where we generate turnover to see us through the rest of the year.

A typical year goes a bit like this.

  • January to April – VERY quiet time with a VERY limited turnover, up to 10% of annual turnover
  • May to September – VERY busy period of weddings and corporate events responsible for 60% of our annual turnover
  • October to November – Very limited work available, typically charity events like race nights and Charity Fun Nights. This period is responsible for maybe 15% of our annual turnover.
  • December – Busy time with Christmas Party Nights for venues, private organisations and family events. This period is responsible for about 15% of our turnover.

Government Help

Employed Workers

For most, in general, the government help has been fairly substantial. Initially offering 80% of wages, then 70% for workers to stay home and stay safe. This has again been changed so workers will get a maximum of 77% of their wages.

Payment holidays were arranged for mortgages, credit cards and finance deals. This meant that most people were probably slightly worse off than normal and staying at home. For some this period was like a gold mine, they were actually better off financially and some considerably better off.

To say the help offered was disjointed, dishonest and very much biased is likely to be a serious understatement.

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For us, we were told we could not work. All work just stopped. We were offered 80% of our recorded profits, then 70% and now 20% over 3 separate 3 month periods. This sounds great to anyone not running a business.

Profits in business are the financial benefits to the business after all expenses, taxes and investments have been subtracted from gross turnover, more or less. A very small business like us does not generate a high turnover, pay all our dues to the government and invest heavily in our own business development. This results in very small profits.

These very small profits were used to calculate the level of our government help. This is how it all breaks down for Premier Disco. As a family, we had no choice but to apply for Universal Credit so we could actually eat. We have never claimed any benefits in over 40 years.

  • Initially, I was given 80% of business profits, from SEISS, to run the business. By the time the government clawed back 63% of this from our UC, the business was left with £58.30 per week.
  • In the second round of SEISS, the business was left with £51.03 per week.
  • In the upcoming third SEISS the business will get £14.53 per week.

None of the figures above even come near to scratching the surface of the costs to maintain a business.

The government ‘very generously’ made low-cost loans available to businesses. My business has never carried credit or debt but had no option to take on this debt to survive. Grants were made available but only to business with retail outlets who were already getting rate relief. This was NOT available to thousands of businesses, mine included. There is a common misconception in the public that we were all being looked after. That is just wrong, many of us have been ignored and left to get on with it.

Viable Businesses

The government bang on about helping viable businesses get through this. What is a viable business? Is it a business able to self-support for over 40 years, return a reasonable profit and never rely on benefits of any kind? You would think so, wouldn’t you? Apparently not! There are literally thousands of businesses in exactly the same position.

Where Do We Go From Here?

As a business, Premier Disco has seriously tightened its proverbial belt. ZERO income has resulted in ZERO spending except where it involves survival. Thankfully our business suppliers, property rental etc have been very understanding and have provided payment holidays. This WILL end soon so those payments will need to be made.

Premier Disco is well-positioned to see this through to the bitter end as long as there are no substantial or unexpected changes. I fully expect not to earn a single penny until at least April 2021, a full year after my last income. This is likely to continue well after April but at a less restricted pace so I am hopeful all is good(ish)

Premier Disco will return strong and ready to go forward into the future. I will be there to provide your entertainment at whatever event you have booked.

This has been a very difficult time for us all and I will see you all on the other side.

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How To Use Your Online Wedding Planner Site

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Planning

Your online wedding planner site plays a big part in the success of your wedding, corporate, or any other kind of event planning. A well thought out plan will not only guide your service providers but will go a long way to ensure the success of your event.

We, at Premier Disco, fully understand the importance advance planning. We actively encourage all of our clients to access, and complete, their own planning information.

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What is a planning site and how do I access it?

A planning site is specifically designed to assist in planning your event. The site itself is securely hosted within our own domain. You have exclusive access. This is a site where you, as a client, can provide us with details of your event and submit online music requests in advance. This will give us the best opportunity to be fully prepared.

You can make changes to dates, names, music requests, addresses etc. This information is used to plan our part in your event. It gives us a much better understanding of your expectations and allows us to better meet them.

Access

You can access your site as soon as you confirm a booking with Premier Disco. We will set up the site for you and send your access credentials. All you need to do is click on the weblink, and enter your user name and password, to access all the benefits available to you.

There is a full set of tools available in your planner so you can customise your event the way you would like.

Online Music Requests

Within the planning site is an intuitive online music requests area. Here you will be able to select your most important music as well as extra music for throughout your day. You can also allow your guests limited access to provide a short list of their preferences. Everybody can have input for greater success.

How to use the Online Wedding Planner

We have thought of that too. The online wedding planner is pretty simple to use but it is always useful to get a heads up on the features and way around. To make things easier for you, we have produced a comprehensive video guide which can be found below.

We have tried to provide full guidance on the use of the planner. Your event may have specific requirements so we also understand that we may not have covered everything for every scenario. If you find that anything is missing, or there is a better way to help you plan, then just let us know. We are always listening

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Your planning site is a totally invaluable tool to ensure we have all the correct details of your event.

Have fun planning!

If you already have your planning site login details, you can get access by clicking the button below.

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