If you run a pub, club or bar in Cornwall there are many regulatory requirements to be aware of, such as;
- Licenses for selling alcohol
- Premise license and registration
- Entertainment licences
- Noise management
- Choosing approved suppliers
- Ensuring weights and measures are correct
- Compliance with trading standards
- Fire Safety advice
- Awareness of consumer rights
- Health and safety
- Public liability
If you sell food, you also have to consider;
- Food hygiene certificates
- Food labelling and allergen awareness
- Food safety training
- Food management systems
It may appear daunting at first, but the Business Regulatory Support team are here to help make regulation easier.
How we can help
We offer a number of packages to help address compliance matters and take the stress out of regulation.
Our experienced team can help guide you through the process of complying with the necessary food and drink regulations and help put in place steps for public safety to avoid costly issues arising later.
Call our friendly team today on 0300 1234 212 or email businessadvice@cornwall.gov.uk to discuss your regulatory needs.
Alternatively you can follow the link below to use our online contact form.
Pub, Club and Bar Self Service Information
If you are confident in ensuring your own compliance with construction regulations, here are some links to further information which may help.
- Wine regulations - We are responsible for ensuring European Union wine regulations are enforced in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We maintain the UK Vineyards Register
- Alcohol licences - Information on the different types of alcohol licences available and guidance on how to apply for them.
- Alcohol registration licence - If you buy alcohol to sell on, you must check that the wholesaler or producer you buy it from is approved.
- Licenses - Find information about a range of licences, including alcohol, entertainment and more
- A number of items in our food businesses section could also be relevant if your establishment sells food
If there are topics not covered in the list above, we would also recommend reading our general self service information.
