URL: https://democracy.lichfielddc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=698

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member Decision

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: The Council regulates street trading under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982. This means that a consent is required in order to trade in any street or other place to which the public have access.   Officers propose making 3 minor amendments to the process by which street trading is regulated.

Content: The Council regulates street trading under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982. This means that a consent is required in order to trade in any street or other place to which the public have access.   Officers propose making 3 minor amendments to the process by which street trading is regulated. Make permanent the changes to event street trading that have been trialled since 1 Apr 24.  This will see large event organisers apply for consent on behalf of all traders, rather than each trader applying individually.  The organiser will then provide each trader with a copy of their consent.  This will create efficiencies for traders, event organisers, and the Council.  As a result, some street trading fees have been reduced, and officers are instead able to spend more time on compliance and enforcement activity to ensure events are safe and successful.   Return the regulation of street trading in parks to Regulation & Enforcement from Operations.  Regulatory & Licensing Committee moved this to Operations in March 2022.  Returning it will properly separate the Council’s responsibilities as landowner and as regulator, secure parity regardless of where the trading takes place, help protect the public (for example, through food hygiene inspections), and ensure compliance with the Act.   Implement a requirement that all food traders must have a minimum food hygiene rating of 4, except for food traders that are registered in Lichfield district and awaiting inspection, and that all food traders must display their rating.  This will maintain the high standards expected of food events in Lichfield district, and help in protecting the public, whilst still allowing local start-up businesses to trade without delay.  Any traders awaiting inspection would then be prioritised for inspection by environmental health officers. Traders will also be required to display their rating, empowering consumers to make informed decisions. 

Date of Decision: December 16, 2024