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The UK left the EU on Friday 31 January 2020 on the terms set out in the Withdrawal Agreement, including the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland.

The FSAI and food inspectors have certain powers under food law to close a food business down or stop it handling, preparing or selling a food if the premises is not hygienic, if they are not complying with food law or if there is a risk to public health.

You must make sure you understand the basics of food hygiene before starting your food business. This will help you to stop harmful bacteria and viruses entering your food business and produce safe food.

Advice on labelling for country of origin.