Business policies and Trading Standards information
Information for consumers and businesses about your rights and requirements under Trading Standards and other business policies.
Business rates
Information for business rates across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Business support and advice
Support and guidance for new and existing businesses in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area. We offer a wide range of local business support services.
Licences and permits
A list of available licenses and permits, how they work and how to apply for them.
Licensing Act 2003: alcohol supply, regulated entertainment and late night refreshment
You may need a licence, a permit, or to be registered to operate your business.
Our enforcement policy
Regulatory Services and the Licensing Team are responsible for undertaking enforcement activity across a wide range of public services.
Starting and growing your business
We offer support for businesses that are starting – or growing – in the area. Find out what you could be eligible for.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is a central pillar of the UK government's Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025.
Whistleblowing
If you're reporting an issue about health and safety where you work, you need to be aware of the protection that employment law gives you as a whistleblower.