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Information Centre
During the course of our days here at NCASS we answer many questions on various topics relating to the world of catering.
Many of these questions and answers have been converted to information sheets which are searchable here.
If you have any information you would like to share with others or if there is anything that you thing needs adding to the list please email it to us at information@ncass.org.uk 
 
 
Alcohol Licensing
In the United Kingdom, the sale of alcohol is restricted  to  pubs, restaurants, shops and other premises licensed by the local authority...... 

 
Buying A Trailer
Just what are the in's and out's of buying a catering trailer, here's a few tips..... 

 
Contracts - Watch For The Small print
Heres a few standard clause event organisers slip into their contracts - ignoring them can be expensive.......... 

 
Credit Card Processing
If you need to take credit cards in your business and need to know more about how to go about it ..........

 
Driver Licensing
Do you understand your driving license? Just what are you entitled to drive? You may be in for a surprise....... 

 
Employing Migrant Workers
This is essential guidance to employers, employment agencies, employment businesses, gangmasters and other labour providers....... 

 
Employment Law
Its easy to give someone a job, and often you don't find out until it's too late how hard it is when it comes time for them to leave, make sure you stay the right side of the law 

 
Fire Risk Assessment - The 5 Step Approach
STEP 1- Identify the hazards.......... 

 
HACCP
From Jan 1st 2006 the law  changed for all catering business throughout Europe as follows.......... 

 
Health & Safety Responsibilities
Health and safety law states that organisations must........ 

 
Labelling & Pricing
Have you checked that prices are displayed and they are correct?...................... 

 
License for Catering Pitch - Sample
This License agreement is intended for guidance purposes and should be checked by your legal representative ......... 

 
Limited or Sole Trader - Which is for You?
One of the first questions any potential business start up should ask themselves is?...................... 

 
Operators Licenses
Most goods vehicles with a gross plated weight of over 3.5 tonnes or, if there is no plated weight, an unladen weight of over 1525 kg require a goods vehicle operator’s licence...... 

 
Part Time & Casual Staff Payments
I operate a mass catering operation, specialising in providing on-site catering for large gigs. I usually operate PAYE on the wages I pay casual catering staff. Increasingly I'm getting requests from casual staff to be paid cash in hand........ 

 
Scores on the Doors
It is very important that all food businesses obey the law and supply food that is safe to eat........ 

 
Tachograph - When do you need one?
The most likely exemption from EU drivers' hours regulations is under Article 13 (d) of EU Circular  561/2006 EC ........ 

 
Tendering for Shows & Events - How to do it
How much do I tender for an event? This is probably one of the most common questions we get asked ......... 

 
Towing Guide
At NCASS, we are keen to promote Risk Management and have identified, the area of Towing where a few minutes reading this guide will help you understand your legal requirements ......................... 

 
VAT - The In's and Out's
VAT is a tax that's charged on most business transactions in the UK......... 

 
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