Legislation & Regulation
There are many, many legal obligations attached to running a business, and an even longer list of ‘best practice' issues to address. If you're finding it difficult to keep up to date with rules, regulations and legislation, use some of the tools and links below to ensure you always have access to the most current information.
Business Link in a Box
Make sure you're getting good quality, factually correct and up to date information via this website for FREE. Whether your question relates to employment law, health and safety or writing a business plan, you'll find information here.
Guidance for Food Handlers
The Food Standards Agency has published revised 'Food Handlers: Fitness to Work' guidance to help prevent the spread of infection to other people through food. The guidance aims to help managers and staff to prevent the spread of infection by advising which illnesses and symptoms staff should report and what managers should do in response. more information download guide
Energy Performance Certificates
Find out the latest on the requirements for self-catering properties to have an energy performance certificate EPC updates
Legal Helpline and Employment Law
Members of Cumbria Tourism can access a free legal helpline with Hayton Winkley solicitors.
If you are not already a member and would like to utilise this service you can join Cumbria Tourism today. membership information
Accommodation Know How
Written especially for accommodation providers, by VisitEngland, this website makes complying with legislation and keeping up to date with changes easy.
This online service is available FREE to businesses with a VisitEngland quality assessment, or for a small subscription fee to others. visit website
Migrant Workers
More and more businesses are employing migrant workers so it is important to be aware of the rules to avoid getting a hefty fine.
You'll find answers to some of the most common questions here, along with other sources of help and information. more details
Fire Risk Assessments
Fire safety matters. Knowing the risks and how to minimise or remove them ensures that you are protecting your guests, staff, family and property. more here
Safer Food Better Business
Safer food, better business (SFBB) is an innovative and practical approach to food safety management. It has been developed to help small businesses put in place food safety management procedures and comply with food hygiene regulations. more information
Equality Act 2010
The Government introduced the Equality Act on 1st October 2010. This Act replaced the Disability Discrimination Acts of 1995 and 2005 and is intended to strengthen the law around discrimination while also making it easier for businesses to comply with the law. VisitEngland put together a briefing paper which summarises the main changes and implications for providers of goods and services. Further information and guidance is available on the Government Equalities Office website.
