Food you can trust
Our fundamental mission is food you can trust. By this, we mean that people can trust that the food they buy and eat is safe and what it says it is, and food is healthier and more sustainable.
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Student guide to food safety and hygiene
How to keep your shared kitchen clean and reduce the risk of food poisoning as you head to university.
Food business registration
When you start a new food business, or take over an existing business, you must register with your local authority. You should do this at least 28 days before you start trading.
We have more information on how to register a food business, including who needs to register, taking over an existing food business, and how to update your business details.
Food hygiene ratings
Food hygiene ratings help you choose where to eat out or shop for food by telling you how seriously the business takes their food hygiene standards.
Food allergy and intolerance training
Food business operators must make sure that staff receive training on managing allergens effectively. We have free online food safety courses available to help you and your business comply with food hygiene and food standards.