Activity-specific obligations.
WHAT MAY REQUIRE PERMISSION
Food handling Financial services Health-related services Education Transport Import and export Certain regulated professions
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Whether your activity requires any licence, permit or registration beyond company registration.
HOW TO FIND OUT
The relevant sector regulator A professional body An accountant or lawyer familiar with your sector
WHAT NOT TO DO
Assume registration alone is sufficient Begin regulated activity without checking
WHAT THE CONSEQUENCES CAN BE
Penalties Closure Inability to enforce contracts
WHAT TO CHECK ALSO
Local government requirements where you operate Any permit for premises or signage
WHAT TO KEEP
Copies of every licence, with renewal dates diarised.
WHAT TO REVIEW
When your activity changes.
A new service may bring new requirements.
WHERE TO GET CERTAINTY
The regulator directly, or professional advice.
Not from what someone told you.
