Topic

food hygiene rating

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Rules and ethics

How to register a food business with your local council and meet FSA expectations

How to register a food business with your local council 28 days before trading, plus the business licence, FSA, HACCP and hygiene rating steps that follow.

Editorial Desk · October 13, 2026 · 10 min read

Rules and ethics

Do I need a licence to sell food from home in the UK?

Selling food from a home kitchen in England starts with food business registration, not a single licence. Check council rules, hygiene ratings and planning.

Editorial Desk · September 11, 2026 · 4 min read