Food and drink businesses

Restaurants, pubs, bars, nightclubs and takeaway services

The Government has provided guidance for people who work in or run restaurants, pubs, bars, cafes, nightclubs or takeaways.

Supporting NHS Test and Trace

Hospitality venues are encouraged to display an official NHS QR code poster. Although it’s not legally required to do so, this will support NHS Test and Trace to contact those who may have been exposed to COVID-19 so that they can book a test. 

Hygiene and food safety requirements

The Food Standards Agency has created guidance on the hygiene and food safety requirements for food businesses that are to reopen and operate during COVID-19.

Reopening and adapting your food business during COVID-19

Reopening checklists for food businesses during COVID-19 

Food Standard Agency general enquiry number

0330 332 7149, open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.