Overview – Food Safety Programmes (FSPs)
Operating under the Food Act
Rules for food businesses are changing – we're moving from the Food Act 1981 to the Food Act 2014. From 1 March 2016, all new businesses must operate under the Food Act.
- Find out about meeting the requirements of the new Act
- Use our web tool to find out where you fit with the Food Act 2014
Existing businesses (registered under the Food Act 1981 or Food Hygiene Regulations 1974 before 29 February 2016) will shift to the new Act between 2016 and 2019. Check the timetable to find out when your type of business has to transition.