Food safety information for businesses

If you are considering starting up a new food business, or already have a food business, including home catering, in the Edinburgh area you can find information on this page on the basic requirements that you need to meet including registration.

Depending on the activity you may in addition need a licence e.g for alcohol, street trading, late hours catering, game dealing. Information on any licensing requirements is available from our Licensing Team.

If you need any further information please contact us for advice.