Legal guidelines
The advice given in this section is clearly intended to provide general guidance only and to that extent the information conveyed is accurate. Barnardo’s values your support and promises to respect your privacy.
Any fundraising materials you use should say:
In
aid of Barnardo’s, Registered Charity No. 216250 and SC037605
Raffles
- Small raffles held as a part of a larger event are acceptable as long as ticket sales and the announcing of results take place during the event and there are no cash prizes.
- Public lotteries and raffles must be registered with the local authority. For more guidance, check the rules with your local authority or the Gambling Commission.
Do you need a licence?
You will need a licence from your local authority for any of the activities listed below:
- music and dancing
- sale of alcohol
- extended hours
- provision of food or drink
- copyright and royalties for drama or film shows
- collecting money or selling goods in a public place
Further points to consider
- It is illegal to sell cigarettes, alcohol, solvents or knives to children.
- Remember to get parental permission for children to help at your event.
- If your event is on private property, get permission from the owner/manager.
- Please do not collect money from door to door. This is illegal without a licence and Barnardo’s organises this nationally.