Food safety and hygiene

Some food establishments handling, preparing, or producing products from animals must be approved by us. Find out if you need approval and apply online.

Find about about post-Brexit trade for food export businesses in North Yorkshire.

Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating or drinking food, water or milk containing germs or toxins.

If you are running a food business, you must make sure you comply with all food safety legislation. Find out how to keep your business legal.

Information about food hygiene training for staff in food businesses.

We carry out regular checks on all food premises to ensure the public are protected and that high standards are maintained.

Primary Authority is where a business can form a legal partnership with a local authority who will deal with regulatory compliance issues.