Journey
Start a food business in Wales
A comprehensive learning path for starting a food business in Wales. Covers Wales-specific requirements including local authority registration, the mandatory Food Hygiene Rating Scheme, food waste obligations, environmental permits from Natural Resources Wales, Welsh language considerations, and available grants and support. No prior knowledge assumed.
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Understand what running a food business in Wales involves
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Register your food business with your local authority
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Understand the mandatory Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
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Meet food waste requirements
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Check whether you need environmental permits
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Consider Welsh language requirements
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Access Welsh Government grants and support
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