Decision details

The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013; was a new piece of legislation that would be coming into effect in October this year. The Act brought with it delegations to Local Authorities, that would see Thanet District Council being required to issue licences to scrap metal dealers, after applicants were cleared as fit and proper persons by the Police.

Councillor Fenner proposed, Councillor C. Hart seconded and Members agreed:

1.  To recommend that Full Council delegates to the Licensing Board the power to; grant refuse, revoke or vary applications under the 2013 Scrap Metal Dealers Act where representations are to be made. Non-contentious applications without representations may be granted by the Regulatory Services Manager under delegated powers. Fees to be set by the Regulatory Services Manager in consultation with the relevant Cabinet portfolio holder and then agreed annually by Council.