Scrap metal dealers
Scrap Metal is regulated under the provisions of Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964.
A scrap metal dealer is classed as a person carrying on a business in the area when any of the following apply:
- The dealer occupies a place as a scrap metal store
- The dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal store but lives in the area
- The dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal dealer but occupies a place for business purposes.
There is no charge for the registration and it is renewable every three years.
Am I eligible?
The applicant must provide full details of themselves and their business. The dealer must notify the local authority of any changes to these details or if they cease to be a scrap metal dealer.
Regulation Summary
Please see the Scrap Metal Dealers Act
How will my application be evaluated?
No provision in legislation, this is a registration process only.
Apply online
Please note: to apply for this licence you will have to register on the Government Gateway first.
Application form
What happens next?
Once your application form has been received the authority the Police will be informed of the application and you will contacted.
What if my application is refused?
Contact the local authority in the first instance.
Consumer complaints
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first point of contact should be made with the service provider (The Council). If this has not worked and you are located in the UK then contact Consumer Direct. If you are outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Registers
There are no public registers for this licence.
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