Four North East Businesses Slammed for Poor Hygiene Ratings
Recent inspections reveal four businesses in the North East received low hygiene ratings, prompting urgent calls for improvements
Newcastle, North East, Hygiene Ratings, Food Standards Agency
Newcastle: Recently, four businesses in the North East got hit with poor hygiene ratings. It’s a bit concerning, right? These ratings are based on how clean and safe the places are.
The Food Standards Agency checks all food outlets, from restaurants to convenience stores. Most places in the North East do pretty well, usually scoring three or higher.
But some spots are falling short and need to step up their game. They’ve been told to make urgent or major improvements. It’s not just a slap on the wrist; it’s serious.
So, what do these ratings mean? A score of zero means urgent improvement is needed, while five is the best you can get. It’s all about keeping customers safe and healthy.
In the last couple of months, inspections have revealed some concerning results. You can find the full list of ratings on the Food Standards Agency’s website.
Here’s a quick rundown of the businesses that didn’t do so well: Wingrove Cafe got a zero star, while HQI Supplies Ltd, Mr. V’s Food And Wine Store, and Fazals Sweet Centre all received one star.
It’s a reminder for all of us to pay attention to where we eat and shop. Cleanliness matters, and we all deserve to feel safe when we grab a bite.