Some council services will be unavailable over the Christmas and New Year break.
Check if you need to apply or order before Friday 19 December 2025.
If you are distributing samples or flyers in a public space to promote something, you will need a licence from us.
- You need to apply for a licence for each promotion, you cannot renew or transfer your licence for this activity.
- If you would like to hand out flyers, vouchers or samples outside of your shop or business on public land, you need to get a licence.
- This licence does not permit the sale of any goods or materials - trading in a public space requires a mobile trading licence.
If you are promoting a religion, you may not need a licence.
You need to:
- let us know you are planning to promote your religion in a public place
- not obstruct traffic flow with your set up
- email our team so we can give you some advice.