Pay-as-you-go advice
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Whether you’re launching a new venture or running a well-established business, our regulatory support service can help you understand your legal responsibilities and trade with confidence.

Our website offers free business advice guides covering a wide range of Trading Standards topics, as well as guidance on consumer rights and fair trading.

If you need tailored support, our experienced Trading Standards officers can provide this on a pay-as-you-go basis.

This service gives you access to expert guidance when you need it, helping you navigate legal requirements, avoid costly mistakes, protect your reputation and build a strong foundation for success.

This advice is charged at £103 per hour plus VAT.

For food businesses, we also offer fixed-price advice packages on [allergen management](https://www.devonsomersettradingstandards.gov.uk/business/food-law-guidance/allergens-in-food/are-you-allergen-ready/), providing practical guidance and clear actions to help you get things right first time.

Benefits for your business
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Our tailored support will give you peace of mind that you’re meeting legal requirements, allowing you to focus on growing your business.

Key benefits:

- Feel confident you’re meeting regulatory responsibilities.
- Save money by avoiding costly mistakes and getting things right from the start.
- Protect your customers, reputation and business.
- Save time by getting clear answers to your questions.
- Focus on growing your business rather than navigating red tape.
- Make informed decisions with confidence.

Ready to get expert advice tailored to your business? Contact our team.

[Get in touch](https://www.devonsomersettradingstandards.gov.uk/business/register-for-business-advice/)