Trading Standards - Applications and licences

Trading Standards - Applications and licences

In this section you can find information on areas such as animal movements, bulk fuel, petrol, fireworks and explosives.

Worcestershire Trading Standards Service is the designated authority for the following activities:

Animal movements

Animal Movement Licence (AML)

AML documents can now be obtained from SouthWestern through the Animal Reporting and Movement Service website.  

Main phone number  0844 573 0137

Use the following number to get to the service you need

  • for Bureau Service: General Queries from public regarding the service or indeed LA’s, RPA, AHVLA and Defra
  • for Farmers Helpline: Technical or General queries from Farmers
  • for Technical Helpdesk: Queries from Back Office Systems providers or technical queries from Markets or Abattoirs with a Back Office System that interfaces with the ARAMS Web Services

Fax Number 01908 664433

AML1 and AML24 will need to be returned to: 

Animal Reporting & Movement Service (ARAMS), SouthWestern, PO BOX 6299, Milton Keynes, MK10 1ZQ

Fees: There is no charge for an animal movement licence.

Electronic Movement Licensing

*Please note: The AML2 movement document will no longer be available. You have the following options to report all planned movements of your pigs:

If you choose to report the movements by phone or post, you will need to report the movement early enough to receive your movement report confirmation document (haulier summary) which needs to accompany pigs during transport.

Bulk fuel meter service

We have specialist equipment available to test road tanker meters that deliver heating oil (Gas Oil and Kerosene). The service is available with a fully trained operator.

If you would like to make use of this service, please complete our form.

Bulk Fuel Meter Hire form.

Feed business registrations

Registration and approval notification of feed businesses

Please note you will need to refer to the code and activity list at the top of the page linked below, before completing the Feed Business Exemption form at the bottom of the page.

Feed Business Code, Activity List and Exemption form

Fireworks and explosives

Fireworks, explosives and pyrotechnics

You are unlikely to need a licence for an event but if you would like to 'Register' your event with us & the Fire Service please complete our online forms. 

If you are a new premise please follow our application process. Please note that application fees are non-refundable, and your first licence will only be issued for one year.

When you apply you must ensure you are compliant with current legislation. 

Application information can be found at Fireworks, Explosives & Pyrotechnics - Worcestershire Trading Standards

Payments

Please see our Online Payments page

Cheques: made payable to WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

BACS: Barclays Bank A/C 53583147 S/C 20-98-87 (please provide date and reference)

The completed application form, together with plans in support of the application, should be sent to either:

By post:

Worcestershire Trading Standards Service,
Wyre Forest House,
Finepoint Way,
Kidderminster
DY11 7WF

By email

TSEnquiries@worcestershireTS.gov.uk

Application Fees

New licence

Quantity Statutory Fees
Less than 250kg NEC 1 year Statutory £111.00
Less than 250kg NEC 2 year Statutory £144.00
Less than 250kg NEC 3 year Statutory £173.00
Less than 250kg NEC 4 year Statutory £206.00
Less than 250kg NEC 5 year Statutory £243.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 1 year Statutory £189.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 2 year Statutory £248.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 3 year Statutory £311.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 4 year Statutory £382.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 5 year Statutory £432.00

Renewal of licence

Quantity Statutory Fees
Less than 250kg NEC 1 year Statutory £55.00
Less than 250kg NEC 2 year Statutory £88.00
Less than 250kg NEC 3 year Statutory £123.00
Less than 250kg NEC 4 year Statutory £155.00
Less than 250kg NEC 5 year Statutory £189.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 1 year Statutory £88.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 2 year Statutory £150.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 3 year Statutory £211.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 4 year Statutory £272.00
Above 250kg NEC <2000kg 5 year Statutory £333.00

Transfer/ Variation Fee: this may be subject to further charges based on the normal service hourly rate if other work beyond the basic administrative changes have to be undertaken

If you are unsure of the fee, please contact us on 01905 822799 or TSenquiries@WorcestershireTS.gov.uk

Performing animals

How do I apply for a licence?  

Applying for a licence has changed

New legislation came into force on 1 October 2018 namely the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.  

Administration and enforcement is no longer a County Council Trading Standards Service function.

It is now administered by your local District Council within Worcestershire.

Verification service and fees

In general, most types of weighing or measuring equipment must be tested and verified as correct before it can be used for trade purposes, either for the first time when new or after repair.

Worcestershire Regulatory Services can provide a verification service for you. More information can be found at Trading Standards - Verification service and fees.

 

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