Environmental health

Coronavirus update - trading as a food business

Takeaway and delivery services must follow stringent social distancing measures for employees and customers to ensure their health and safety. Find out more about trading during the coronavirus outbreak.

Food hygiene and safety

Guidance for food businesses

Not sure if you need to register your food business or apply for premises approval? Read our guidance for different types of food business.

Register a food business

If you're starting a food business or taking over an existing one you must register your premises with us at least 28 days before you start operating.

Approval of food premises

If you process products of animal origin (meat, dairy, fish, eggs, game) for the sale to other retailers, you may need to apply for approval.

Food hygiene inspections

How we carry out an inspection, how to get the best rating, plus how to request a new rating, appeal one or have your right to reply.

Food export certificates

How to apply for a food export certificate.