Second Hand Goods Dealers Permit
Registration is required of anyone who deals in second hand
goods, to protect such dealers from allegations relating to
receiving stolen goods and to enable identification of anyone
passing on stolen goods.
However, not all second hand goods require registration -
further details are available by downloading the
registration form.
Application is made to the Council with a one-off fee of
£89.00.
Checks are then made with the Police as to whether the applicant
is a fit and proper person. Once checks are passed, a certificate
of registration is issued. This shows various conditions, including
maintaining a register of all transactions and displaying the
certification on the premises.
The Police are kept updated of persons who register with the
Council. They can inspect the premises at any reasonable time.
Certificates do not expire but the Council should be informed of
any amendments e.g. change in location of any person registered.
Anyone found that isn’t duly registered can be prosecuted.
Apply online
Contact us
For further information, or to request an application pack,
please contact the Licensing Service
Online: complete the Licensing
Enquiry Form
Email: licensing.enquiries@westlancs.gov.uk
Tel: 01695 577177