Fly trading often occurs on the high streets and small retail centres, when empty units are broken into so traders can sell goods illegally. This kind of activity can have a devastating impact on other businesses, with the fly traders paying no overheads including rent, rates and insurance, which means they can sell goods for less than other retailers. Fly traders also often target large areas of land which they illegally transform into car parks, as well as warehouses and garages.

Fly trading on or near another business can not only have a massive effect on sales and potential revenue for the business and surrounding businesses, it can also taint the business’s brand and reputation.

Fly traders pay no taxes, or business rates and rarely if ever have no liability insurance. If a problem were to arise and someone wanted to take action and the business or landlord has not been seen to have taken the steps to remove the unauthorised trader, there could be serious repercussions for the landlord/business. This undercutting of legitimate businesses also poses a significant threat to public safety and order and should be only addressed with effective strategies and experienced personnel.

If you’ve been experiencing problems with unauthorised traders selling goods on your land or outside of your shop in London, contact London Bailiff Services for swift and secure removal of unauthorised advertisements and traders from your property. Our approach not only clears your space but also safeguards your brand’s reputation and legal responsibilities.