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How to Start a Street Food Business in London: Permits, Pitches, and Profit

How to Start a Street Food Business in London: Permits, Pitches, and Profit

From council licences and market pitches to break-even maths, a practical guide to launching a London street food business without wasting money before your first sale.

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Checklist: 12 Licences You Need Before Opening a London Shop

Checklist: 12 Licences You Need Before Opening a London Shop

From planning permission and pavement licences to food registration and music licensing, here are the twelve approvals a new London shop needs before opening day.

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