Consumer and trading standards is responsible for a number of licences including petroleum licences, fireworks, explosives and a range of licences related to animal health and welfare.
You will find more information listed below and some of the application forms under the View forms link on the right. For further information, contact Consumer and trading standards (business advice).
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Construction Licensing Executive
To ensure people can find reputable firms to carry out construction work on their homes and avoid rogue traders, this site provides a list of firms that meet strict standards on technical ability, probity and adhere to a strict code of practice. www.clescotland.co.uk
Health and Safety Executive
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in Britain. www.hse.gov.uk