Updated to reflect recent legislation, in particular the implications of the UK Food Safety Act 1990, this guide provides comprehensive reference to all the areas of legislation relevant to the hospitality industry. The book is organized thematically for ease of reference into food, company, health and safety, consumer protection, liquor licensing and employment law. Case studies throughout provide practical examples. This volume should be of use to practising hospitality professionals, and students on BTEC National and Higher, degree, HCIMA and similar courses in catering, hotel, institutional, tourism and leisure management.