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Most food businesses require registration, however some need approval to supply products of animal origin to other businesses. To apply for approval, follow the council's guidelines and submit the required documentation.
Most food businesses must register with their local council. Once registered, businesses can legally operate and will be subject to food safety inspections. Some businesses require approval from the council before they can start trading.
Approval is only necessary for businesses that supply other businesses with products of animal origin. This includes
Some shops and restaurants that sell products of animal origin to other businesses may not need approval if they:
To apply for approval, you must complete the appropriate form and return it to the address on this page. You must also include the following documents.
If you submit a valid application for approval, an officer will arrange to carry out an inspection. If the officer is satisfied that you are likely to comply with the requirements of food safety law, you will be granted conditional approval and assigned a unique approval number.
A further inspection will be carried out before the council decides whether to grant you full approval.
You have the right of appeal to a magistrates' court against a decision to grant conditional or full approval.
Environmental Health Service
Knowsley Council
2nd Floor
Municipal Building
Archway Road
Huyton
Knowsley
L36 9YU