These requirements apply to all business activities in this division.
registration
Uk
One_Off
Food business registration
Enforced by:
LOCAL_AUTHORITY
Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013; Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs
Must register at least 28 days before opening. Separate registration in each LA area if multiple premises.
inspection
Uk
Periodic
Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS)
Enforced by:
FSA
Food Safety Act 1990
Mandatory display in Wales and Northern Ireland. Voluntary display in England (but published online).
certification
Uk
Ongoing
HACCP-based food safety management
Enforced by:
FSA
Regulation (EC) No 852/2004
Written food safety management system required. FSA 'Safer Food, Better Business' pack available for small businesses.
reporting
Uk
Ongoing
Allergen information for consumers
Enforced by:
FSA
Food Information Regulations 2014
Must declare 14 major allergens. Natasha's Law (PPDS labelling) for pre-packed for direct sale.
insurance
Great_Britain
Annual
Employers' Liability Insurance
Enforced by:
HSE
Employers' Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969
Required for all employers.
inspection
England_Wales
Ongoing
Fire safety compliance
Enforced by:
LOCAL_FIRE_AUTHORITY
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Fire risk assessment required. Responsible person must be designated. Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 added requirements for multi-occupied residential buildings.