• The Catering Innovation Show (TCIS) is an exclusive business event. To confirm all those attending TCIS are true industry professionals – employment, trade status, or business details may undergo verification. If provided details appear incorrect, irrelevant, or fraudulent, the TCIS team retains the right to reject registration and deny entry.
• Every TCIS event remains exclusively for trade professionals. Visitor registrations undergo validation, and attendees must supply evidence proving industry relevance when signing up. To facilitate smooth processing, further details may be requested. Failure to provide the required information could result in rejection.
• Examples of additional details include:

1. Business website or social media profile link
2. Proof of connection to the business (such as a work email or LinkedIn page)
3. Confirmation that the business operates within hospitality, food service, or retail industries

• TCIS is a strictly professional trade event; therefore, individuals below 18 years of age are not permitted.
• Attending the event is free of charge.
• Online registration closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday 4th October. After this time, those wishing to sign up must visit the main registration desk at The Business Design Centre and provide registration details.
• Security measures are in place, including random bag searches & ID checks. A dedicated registration area will handle queries or late registrations. It is advisable for visitors to carry valid photo identification such as a passport, driving license, or national identity card as a result.
• Anyone attending TCIS, including exhibitors, press, speakers, or visitors, must wear a valid event badge throughout the venue for the duration of their visit.
• Badges are strictly personal and must not be shared. Any instance of badge misuse may result in immediate removal from the event and possible exclusion from future shows.
• Attendees must not engage in unauthorized promotional activities, leafleting, demonstrations, or any disruptive behaviour that affects exhibitors or visitors.
• Press badges are exclusively issued to journalists, editors, photographers, publishers, and other job roles affiliated with relevant industries. To qualify, press members will need to submit an enquiry through our dedicated contact page, and may be asked to provide credentials such as an NUJ card, business card, official media pass, or an article link before the event.
• Official event photographers and videographers will capture images during TCIS. These images may be used for marketing purposes across future events. If you wish to opt out, send a current selfie and email dataprotection.enquiries@bunzl.co.uk with “TCIS 2025 PHOTO OPT-OUT” in the subject line.

Health and Safety

• For safety reasons, strollers and buggies are not permitted within event halls. Due to crowded walkways, these items could obstruct emergency routes.
• TCIS does not oversee food distribution at events and cannot be responsible for any allergic reactions resulting from food consumption. It is the responsibility of exhibitors & on-site venues to declare any appropriate allergens in line with current legislation.
• TCIS takes place in a multi-purpose public venue, which host numerous events throughout the year. Attendees should remain vigilant regarding allergens & general safety as they would in any other public space.
• Product sampling may be available to business professionals evaluating items for industry purposes via our exhibitors stands. The Business Design Centre ethos minimises food waste and ensure zero goes to landfill.

Disagreements and Disputes

• TCIS prioritizes the well-being of all attendees and staff. Any form of discrimination, violence, harassment, or inappropriate behaviour is strictly prohibited.
• TCIS staff, venue personnel, and registration teams reserve the authority to permit or deny access to individuals. Everyone will be treated with professionalism, courtesy, and fairness, and we expect the same in return.
• If behaviour is deemed disruptive or unacceptable, event organisers have the right to remove individuals from the premises. While we acknowledge that frustration can occur, aggression or disruption will result in exclusion from the event and potential future bans.