Scrap metal

What we need to see

When you apply, we will need to see evidence of the following support information:

• a valid DBS check (not older than 3 months)
• relevant environmental permits (if you carry waste as part of your business it is a legal requirement to register as a waste carrier (upper tier).
• bank accounts used
• photographic identification (for example, a passport, driving licence or other acceptable means of identification)
• 2 passport photographs will be required for collector's licences on application.
• Licence holders need to provide the tax code provided by HMRC following completion of the tax check. Licences cannot be issued or renewed until this tax code has been given and authorised. Confirm your tax responsibilities GOV.UK

Apply for a scrap metal dealer licence

Applications will usually be addressed within 10 business days. In some cases, we may propose to refuse an application, or revoke or vary a licence or to add a condition on a licence. In this instance the applicant will be notified and the reasons for the decision will be given.

The notification will give the applicant or licensee the opportunity to make representations or let us know they wish to make representations in respect of the decision. The applicant or licensee will be given 14 days to do this.

If we have not contacted you, please email us at licensing@hillingdon.gov.uk.