For safe food and healthy eating

We're here to protect consumers in Scotland from food safety risks and to promote healthy eating. 

We provide impartial guidance for both consumers and businesses across all aspects of the food chain, informed by data and evidence.

What we do
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Consumer advice

Business guidance

Food Hygiene Information Scheme

Search our Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS) database to find the hygiene inspection rating for food businesses in your area.

Food Hygiene Information Scheme
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Report a food problem

Whether you're from a business or you're a consumer, find the best way to use our services, report a food or feed problem or get in touch with us.

Contact us
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Shape the future of Scotland’s food environment

We are recruiting a new Chief Executive to lead Food Standards Scotland and champion our mission to deliver a safer, healthier food environment the public can rely on.

Find out more and apply
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