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How to import animals and animal products to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man from non-EU countries.
Food safety management guides for caterers and retailers in Northern Ireland.
What consumers need to know about glycerol and slush ice drinks.
What you must do when you keep livestock or manage land.
Knowing how to store, cook and reheat food at home helps improve food safety and reduce food waste. This page has advice on some common household food safety questions like the sniff test and the egg float test
Food safety management pack for registered childminders or childcarers on domestic premises who usually provide meals and drinks for the children in their care.
Guidance on: How food hygiene ratings work, Food hygiene rating publication and displaying your rating and Food Hygiene Rating Scheme safeguards for businesses
Where you need to apply for approval of a food or meat establishment depending on the type of your establishment and your location.
Lists of approved food premises and types of establishments approved by us and local authorities.
How to avoid food poisoning and food waste during a heatwave.
How to comply with food standards law when producing, importing or selling bread and flour.
What businesses need to know about the changes to allergen labelling for prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) food, also known as Natasha's Law.
How to report a food crime to the National Food Crime Unit, and where to report other kinds of food-related problems
This advice applies to all UK food business operators other than primary producers (for example, farmers and growers).
Our guides can help your food business get the most out of your food hygiene rating. We have imagery guidance, downloadable resources, and banners you can use for your website and social media channels.
Food safety and hygiene guidance for food banks and charities
How to access the Food Standards Agency Manual for Official Controls
What you can do to reduce the risk of becoming ill due to Campylobacter
Guidance for local authorities on implementation and operation of the Food Hygiene Ratings Scheme (FHRS), including the Brand Standard in England and the statutory guidance in Wales and Northern Ireland.
What you need to submit as part of your regulated product application.
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