UK food label changes due to Brexit
The Brexit transition period ends on 31st December 2020, meaning food manufacturers and packers need to make changes to their food...
Global Infusion Group gains COVID accreditation
Congratulations to Global Infusion Group (GIG) whose new purpose-built premises in Aston Clinton, Bucks recently achieved COVID-SAFER UK Approval. GIG...
Bells Food Group gains COVID accreditation
Congratulations to food manufacturing company, Bells Food Group whose Hawthorn Bakery recently achieved COVID-SAFER UK Approval, a highly respected COVID...
How to set up food takeaway and delivery services safely
Ensure that you have the correct permissions During the COVID-19 pandemic, the UK Government has relaxed planning rules to allow...
COVID-19 Lockdown Checklists for Food businesses
We have produced free customisable closing, during and re-opening lockdown checklists. These food hygiene and health and safety checks are...
How to date label food
Decide which foods need food date labels Food date and shelf-life labels should be applied to all foods (unless they...
Is a health and safety training certificate required by law?
There is a legal requirement for health and safety training but that does not mean a training certificate is always...
Is a food hygiene certificate required by law?
There is a legal requirement for food hygiene training (EU Reg No.852/2004) but that does not mean a food hygiene...
How to manage food allergies in a restaurant
1.5 million people in the UK have a food allergy or intolerance. Around 10 people each year die from eating...
What to expect from HSE COVID-19 spot checks
The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) has been given £14 million by the Government to ensure that businesses have carried...
What to do if a COVID-19 outbreak is associated with your food venue
Several food businesses have been associated with COVID-19 outbreaks. Even though they may not have done anything wrong, the popularity...
How to avoid closing if NHS Test and Trace require your staff to self-isolate
As infection levels increase in the community, there is a risk that one or more of your staff members will...
Reducing the risk of COVID-19 spread with good ventilation
As the weather gets colder, more of your customers will move inside which, along with expanding numbers of COVID-19 positive...
New COVID-19 Laws for Hotels, Restaurants, Bars and Cafes
UPDATED 30/09/2020 A series of new restrictions to try to stop the spread of coronavirus have been announced. Here is...
Business Implications of NHS Test and Trace
This guidance relates to England. Since lockdown eased for the hospitality sector, there have been press reports of pubs closing...
