Food hygiene and safety

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.

Guidance for food businesses

Advice and guidance for new and existing food businesses and whether you need to register your business or apply for approval.

Restaurants, cafes, takeaways and pubs

You need to register with the council if operating this type of business.

Mobile caterers and market traders

Registration, permissions and your responsibilities.

Retail shops

Butchers, bakers, fishmongers and convenience stores must register a food business with the council.

Home catering

The same laws on food safety apply to a business run from home as all other commercial premises.

Childminders

If you give food to a child in your care, food hygiene legislation will apply to you.

Charities and community groups

Daily small-scale provision does not require registration due to its low risk.

Manufacturers and producers

Depending on what you are manufacturing, you may need to apply for approval or registration.

Distance selling

Distance selling is any selling carried out without face-to-face contact with the consumer.