Fountain News
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Fountain News is a retailers - other located at 124 Malden Road, New Malden, KT3 6DD, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Kingston-Upon-Thames oversees 1,434 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Kingston-Upon-Thames is 4.6 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 124 Malden Road, New Malden
- Postcode
- KT3 6DD
- Local Authority
- Kingston-Upon-Thames
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1385896
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Fountain News?
Fountain News has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Kingston-Upon-Thames.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Fountain News last inspected?
Fountain News was last inspected on 2024-11-07. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Fountain News located?
Fountain News is located at 124 Malden Road, New Malden , KT3 6DD, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the KT3 postcode area.