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Regulatory Services

West Lothian Council is responsible for administering a number of important regulatory functions which ensure that business activity is carried out legally and with due regard to public safety. Follow these links for more information about Health and Safety, Disability Discrimination Act and Planning while contacts and links for other functions are listed below:
 

Licensing

Various different businesses require a license from the council in order to operate. These include shops selling alcohol or fireworks, Street Traders, Bookmakers, those organising indoor sporting events, Fruit Machine operators and Cinemas. To find out if your business will need a license contact the licensing team on 01506 777229 or click on the link below.

Link to West Lothian Council Licensing Website

Trading Standards

Trading Standards protect the interests of consumers and businesses in the West Lothian Council area. They enforce a range of consumer related legislation through inspection of trade premises, testing equipment, sampling goods and investigating complaints. To find out how Trading Standards will affect your business contact: Trading Standards 5 Inchmuir Road Whitehill Ind Est Bathgate EH482EP Tel 01506 776410 Fax 01506 776414 tradingstandards@westlothian.gov.uk or click on the link below.

Link to West Lothian Council Trading Standards Website

 
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