Braunstone Lane Convenience Store
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Braunstone Lane Convenience Store is a retailers - other located at 440 Braunstone Lane, Braunstone Town, Leicestershire, LE3 3DG, in the Blaby local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Blaby oversees 695 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Blaby is 4.7 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Braunstone Lane Convenience Store?
Braunstone Lane Convenience Store has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Blaby.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Braunstone Lane Convenience Store last inspected?
Braunstone Lane Convenience Store was last inspected on 2024-12-12. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Braunstone Lane Convenience Store improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Braunstone Lane Convenience Store located?
Braunstone Lane Convenience Store is located at 440 Braunstone Lane, Braunstone Town, Leicestershire , LE3 3DG, in the Blaby local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE3 postcode area.