Applications for licences/permits for - house to house collections.
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Permission must be granted by NBBC before a house to house collection for charitable purposes (money or goods) can take place within the Council's area - unless a Home Office Order of Exemption has been granted. It should be noted that a permit is needed for collections going from pub to pub.
You must be a fit and proper person to promote a collection and there is a requirement for the promoter of the collection to make a return following the collection.
How to Apply
- An application must be submitted (form and notes below) on each occasion that a collection is requested.
- An application for consent must be in writing and signed by the applicant.
- A house to house collection permit can be granted for any period up to one year.
- There is no application fee for this licence and there is no public register.
Conditions
At least 28 days notice must be given prior to the date on which the collection will be made.
Tacit consent applies to this application. The maximum period for dealing with applications is normally 21days. Returns for collections should be submitted within 28 days.
Failed application redress
There is a statutory right of appeal against the refusal to grant a house to house collection permit, to the Minister for the Crown Office.
Appeals must be lodged within 14 days of refusal but contact us (Licensing Service) in the first instance.
Licence holder redress
You have a right to appeal to the Minister for the Cabinet Office within 14 days of the decision.
Consumer complaint
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form of a letter (with proof of delivery). If that has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Trade Association
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