We have had to change the way that some of our services operate to meet the guidelines set out by the government in response to the Coronavirus pandemic.
If you want to collect money or sell items on the street or in a public area for charity you will need to get a licence from us. It is our policy to not have more than one charity collecting at any one location at any one time.
You could be fined £200 if you collect money for charity without a licence.
Applications
At least 28 days notice must be given to arrange the necessary licences.
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Fees
There is no fee for the licence.
Returns
Once the collections have taken place, a return will be required showing how much has been collected and how the monies have been allocated.
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It is our policy to not have more than one charity collecting at any one location at any one time.
In addition collections for non-Torbay based charities can only take place on Saturdays between April and September, unless they are for an individual.
There are also many terms and conditions to granting a permit.
7548Details of the terms and conditions for granting a street collections permit.
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