Food safety and standards

Setting up a new food business

If you're planning to start a new catering business, or taking over a catering business, you must register your premises with us at least 28 days before opening.

Visit GOV.UK to read the Food Standards Agency's guidance on starting a food business.

If you require an advisory visit prior to setting up/opening your business, you can request one by calling 0161 474 4181 or emailing food.safety@stockport.gov.uk

Food premises registration

To register a food premises you'll need to complete our online form.