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Selling alcohol
The rules around selling alcohol in Northern Ireland, liquor licences, young people, permitted hours of sale including Christmas Day.
When can you sell alcohol in Northern Ireland?
The times of day you can legally sell alcohol in Northern Ireland, including Christmas, and Sunday permitted hours.
Northern Ireland Easter licensing hours
Normal alcohol licensing hours apply over the Easter period in Northern Ireland.
Businesses that can sell alcohol
The types of premises that may apply for a licence to sell alcohol in Northern Ireland, and the conditions that apply.
Rules for selling alcohol
The rules for selling alcohol in Northern Ireland, including rules on conditions of sale, disorder, drinks promotion and children under 18.
Food labelling and packaging for export and import
Introduction to food labelling and packaging requirements for international traders.
Food handling and safety: checklist for importers
A checklist showing how to make sure your imported goods are safe and legal for entry into Northern Ireland.
Help and support with food labelling and packaging
Help and information for importers and exporters in the food sector for labelling and packaging.
How to package food for export or import
How to package your food goods for import or export, including the legal requirements, materials you may use and safety considerations.
Food labelling rules for fruit and vegetables in Northern Ireland and European Union
How to comply with labelling and packaging requirements for fruit, vegetables and nuts imported into Northern Ireland and the EU.
Food labelling standards in Northern Ireland and European Union
Labelling standards and claims for food products to be consumed in Northern Ireland and European Union, or exported.
Meat labelling rules in Northern Ireland and European Union
Advice for traders on marking meat within Northern Ireland and the EU.
Food labelling in Northern Ireland and European Union
Labelling guide for food business operators concerning food to be consumed in Northern Ireland and the EU.
Supplying alcohol in a private members club
The rules for supplying alcohol in a private members club and how to register.
Apply for a licence to sell alcohol
How to apply for a licence to sell alcohol in Northern Ireland, who can apply and how to renew a licence.
Landlords’ responsibilities
Rules that landlords must follow when letting out property and their obligations to tenants.
Tax help
Where Northern Ireland businesses can get help with specific tax issues or queries.
VAT
Guidance for Northern Ireland businesses on their VAT requirements including VAT rates and thresholds, registering for VAT, charging for VAT and submitting VAT returns.
Buy business property
Guidance and tips on buying business property in Northern Ireland including how to search for commercial premises and finance your purchase.
Security, fire and flood protection for business property
Best practice guidance for Northern Ireland businesses to minimise the risks from crime, fire, and flooding in commercial properties.