To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what assessment he has made of the prevalence of fundraising by charities in streets and other public places.

Effective and responsible fundraising underpins the success of the charity sector, and is essential for charities' independence. Cash collections in the street require a licence from the local licensing authority. Face-to-face (direct debit) fundraising is self-regulated by the Public Fundraising Regulatory Association (PFRA). The PFRA agrees site management agreements with local authorities to control the extent of face-to-face fundraising and prevent nuisance.