Registration - scrap metal site

What the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964 covers

Dealing in scrap metal or running a scrap metal business is controlled by the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964.

A scrap metal dealer 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.

You do not need a licence but you do need to register as a Scrap Metal Dealer with us.  Registration is free and lasts for three years.

How do I register to become a Scrap Metal Dealer?

Applicants must be over 18 years of age.

You can download the forms and either complete by hand or on a computer.

• You must complete the Scrap metal dealers new application form .
• Your registration will appear in the Public Register, which is a document that contains all existing scrap metal dealer registrations.

You must renew your registration on or before the expiry date if you want to carry on as a scrap metal dealer.

How do I renew my registration as a Scrap Metal Dealer?

You must complete the Scrap metal dealers renewal application form .

The Public Register

Please contact the Licensing Team for any requests about the Public Register.

Useful forms

• contact licensing on-line

Downloads

• Scrap metal dealers guidance (word, 111kb)

Useful links

• The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964