LEGISLATION AND PAYMENTS

The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 applies in England and Wales and started on 1st October 2013 becoming enforceable from 1st December 2013.

The ban of cash payments for scrap metal will be extended to all metal dealers including traditional scrapyards, mobile collectors and motor salvage operators.

Scrap metal dealers must verify the identity of anyone from whom they buy scrap metal. There are increased penalties including higher fines and sentences for breaking the law.

In order to verify a suppliers name and address, a scrap metal dealer must see and keep a copy of either:
A valid Great Britain or Northern Ireland photo card driving licence which shows the suppliers full name, photograph and address or:-
Both a valid UK passport together with either of the following which has been issued within the past three months
Utility Bill
Bank or Building Society statement
Credit or debit card statement
Council tax demand letter