Scrap metal dealers registration

To be a scrap metal dealer, you need to register with your local authority.

A scrap metal dealer shall be classed as carrying on a business in the local authority area if any of the following apply:

• the dealer occupies a place as a scrap metal store in the area
• the dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal store but has a usual place of residence in the area
• the dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal store but occupies a place for business purposes

A summary of the regulation relating to this licence

Applicants must provide the following:

• their full name
• the address of the dealer, or in the case of a company, their registered or principal office
• the address of each place occupied as a scrap metal store, if any
• if the business is carried on without a scrap metal store
• if the business is carried on without a scrap metal store but the applicant occupies a place for the purposes of business, and the address of such a place

The registered dealer must notify the local authority of any changes to these details or if they cease to be a scrap metal dealer.

If you have not heard from the authority within a reasonable period, please contact it. You can do this online if you applied through the UK Welcomes service or use the contact details below.

• Apply for registration as a scrap metal dealer

Thanet Council does not change or renew scrap metal dealer licences and requires a new full application for any amendments

Please note that you will be making your application to Thanet Council via Businesslink’s online licensing service. There is no charge for using this facility.