This is just another example of the insidious bureaucracy that is blighting the UK.
If this is allowed to go ahead, every casual photographer will be at risk of being criminalised without their knowledge.
And, surely, the onus should be placed on the holder of any work of art to warn of their copyright entitlement. Will they be obliged to post warning notices. That will look nice on the lounge wall alongside your treasured Conran furniture.
“Family and Friends are reminded that under Copyright Law… Blah blah… the taking of photographs, family snaps etc. etc. are only allowed with the appropriate license”
Just how far will liability reach?
Consider the ubiquitous selfies, created on millions of smart phones, then promulgated via Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Do the owners of those apps then become liable?
This legislation should be dumped in the trash can. Or at least kept in a dark place until it has been seriously rethought.
WrAnTz 
What the hell this is a joke, just my thought
Unfortunately it’s not a joke. I already carry around a printed sheet which describes a photographers rights as there are some folks, police included, who think that you cannot take photos of public buildings, at open air events etc. etc. There have been instances of police forcing a photographer to delete images from their camera, which constitutes a form of assault and is illegal. The laws in England can be confusing at times and the last thing we need is another piece of legislation that can make inadvertant criminals of the general public.
That’s crazy.
What happens if you’re selling something on eBay? Do you have to sketch it!? 🙂
As the original article says, you may need a license even if you own the piece of art. Total insanity.