News Plus
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
News Plus is a retailers - other located at 4 Lancaster Gate, St Nicholas Arcade, Lancaster, LA1 1NB, in the Lancaster City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 February 2026, 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. Lancaster City oversees 1,167 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lancaster City 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
- 4 Lancaster Gate, St Nicholas Arcade, Lancaster
- Postcode
- LA1 1NB
- Local Authority
- Lancaster City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1601361
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of News Plus?
News Plus has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Lancaster City.
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 News Plus last inspected?
News Plus was last inspected on 2026-02-10. 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 News Plus located?
News Plus is located at 4 Lancaster Gate, St Nicholas Arcade, Lancaster , LA1 1NB, in the Lancaster City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LA1 postcode area.