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what do i need to become an auctioneer?

i am looking at setting up my own antiques business and want to hold actions, where i live there are none! i have searched the net for hours and have not got anywhere... in america you need to attend a collage then apply for licenses but i cant find anything for the uk? what do i need to comply with and does anybody know what licenses i need if any? i also know different government's in the uk have different rules. i am in wales i have searched my local council website but nothing because one site said in england and wales you need a premises licence?? im really confused!

Public Comments

1. hahaha uv been watching thos new shows i bet.... well i would geuse if u just happend to have alot of money u could pretty much just open up buisness after u get ur licence. also u need to actualy know about antiques so u dont have to pay some guy to come in every time u get somthing
2. Premises licences are only for the sale of alcohol, music and entertainment. Renting a building to sell antiques does not count. I have already said that Auctioneers do not need a licence. Instead of searching the net for hours you only need to phone your local Council who will tell you all you want to know. What do you know about antiques? If you do not have years of experience how can you tell your clients how much they are worth. Auctioneers like Philip Serrell started at a very young age by working in an Auction house and getting experience. It's a non starter. UK