Legal advice

Licences and registration

Find out how to apply for the licences you need for your business to trade legally.

Employing people

Useful links for employers, including information about equality and diversity.

Health and safety information for businesses

Information about employers' liability, fire safety, emergency planning and other health and safety issues.

Tax and businesses

Tax advice and information.

Food safety and hygiene for businesses

Legal guidance for businesses that serve or supply food. Includes labelling, hygiene, food hazard warnings and health and safety information.

Animal health and welfare

Information about animal movements, feed and other aspects of animal health.

Business Support Network

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