Starting a food business
All food businesses are required by law to register with their Local Food Authority at least 28 days prior to trading.
There are revisions to this service due to Coronavirus. Please see the current updates on the Food safety page.
For a summary of regulations relating to this licence, read the Food Standards Agency guide:
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The Food Safety Act 1990 - A Guide for Food Businesses [566.89KB]
Use the links below to register your business and for information on running various types of Food Business Establishment
► Register online to run a Food Business Establishment
► Mobile Caterers
► Home Catering
► Childminders
The council also offers the CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (formerly the Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene) approved by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health:
► Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
Go straight to our other related services
► Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
► "TuckIn" Scheme for Local Takeaways
Additional Information
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Health and Safety Checklist for Mobile Catering Units [318.88KB] - download this document for temporary events, markets, stalls and mobile catering units
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Food Safety Act - A Guide for Businesses [566.89KB]
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Health and Safety Service Plan [357.81KB]
► Environmental Health fees and charges
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Cakes and Cupcakes Guidance [191.81KB]
