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Step 1: Understand what running a food business in Wales involves

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Food businesses in Wales must comply with the same core UK food safety legislation as the rest of Britain, but several areas are devolved. Wales operates a mandatory food hygiene rating display scheme, has separate food waste rules, and environmental permits come from Natural Resources Wales rather than the Environment Agency. Understanding these differences early prevents costly surprises once you start trading.

Starting a food business in Wales: overview

Overview of Wales-specific requirements for food businesses, covering the regulatory landscape and how it differs from England.

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