Street collections

If you want to collect money or sell items for charity in a public place, you must have permission from Salford City Council first. 

This is known as a street collection permit.

What is a street collection?

A street collection includes:

• collecting cash donations from members of the public, or
• selling items for charitable purposes in places such as:
  
  • town centres
  • pavements and streets
  • shop doorways or other publicly accessible areas

Do I need a permit?

You will usually need a permit if:

• you are collecting for a charity or good cause, and
• the public has access to the location

You may also need permission from the landowner if collecting on private land (for example outside a supermarket, in a shopping centre or MediaCity).

Before you apply

Please make sure:

• you are authorised to collect on behalf of the charity
• you have chosen your preferred date, time and location
• you can provide details of how the money will be handled

Apply for a street collection permit

To apply, complete the application form below and return it to us.

There is no fee for a street collection permit. 

If your application is approved, you must:

• only collect on the date, time and location stated in your permit
• ensure all collectors are authorised and follow instructions
• avoid causing obstruction, nuisance or annoyance to the public
• use secure, sealed collection containers
• keep accurate records of the money collected

We limit the number of collections taking place at the same time to ensure fair access for charities and to avoid clashes. 

After your collection

After your collection, you must complete a statement of return showing:

• how much money was collected
• any expenses
• download statement of return form below