The law requires that premises used for a food business should be registered; details for registration of food premises are on our website.
Businesses which process animal products may also need approval under 853/2004. Animal produce includes meat, fish, milk, egg, fat, honey and blood produce.
How to apply
For more details, or to register and get approval, call 01766 771000. The premises will need to be registered and council officers will assist you in gaining approval. A site inspection will be held.
Legislation
178/2002: General principles and requirements of food law (opens in new tab)
852/2004: On the hygiene of foodstuffs (opens in new tab)
853/2004: Specific hygiene rules for food of animal origin (opens in new tab)
Useful websites
The Food Standards Agency (opens in new tab)
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
(opens in new tab)Food and Drink Federation
(opens in new tab)DEFRA
(opens in new tab)Drinking Water Inspectorate
(opens in new tab)Trading Standards Institute (opens in new tab)
Health and Safety Executive (opens in new tab)