Temporary changes have been made to street trading nationally with the introduction of Pavement licences. They are a fast track licence designed to allow premises to seat customers on the highway for the serving of food and drink.

Street trading licences must be renewed annually. Applications can be made not later than two months or earlier than three months before the licence runs out. Renewal forms will normally be sent out prior to expiry, however, it remains the responsibility of the trader to ensure they have a valid licence.

If a licence is not renewed it will lapse and enforcement action may be taken for unlicensed trading.

Standard Regulations from 1 May 2009

Contacts

Street Trading
Regulatory Services Partnership
London Borough of Merton
Merton Civic Centre
London Road
Morden
SM4 5DX

Telephone: 020 8545 3969
Email: licensing@merton.gov.uk