Street and Market Trading Activity - 2025
Overview
Anyone who sells goods or services on the street or operates a market with more than one seller in Edinburgh is required to be licensed. The Council’s Street Trading policy provides the ability to control and manage these activities. The policy is reviewed periodically to ensure that it continues to support a safe, clean and attractive environment for those living in, working in and visiting the City.
In January 2025 the Regulatory Committee agreed to consult on certain specific questions with respect to the development of Council policy on Street and Market Trading.
Read the report on Street Trading and Market Operators policy review
Why your views matter
Your views will help to update the Council’s approach to street trading in a number of City Centre locations. Your comments may also identify other areas where the Council needs to adapt its existing policy.
The Council will engage with a variety of stakeholders, and the results of this engagement will be considered by Regulatory Committee in Autumn 2025.
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