Ali General Store

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-06-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Ali General Store is a retailers - other located at 58 Starcliffe Street, Bolton, BL3 2PU, in the Bolton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 June 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. Bolton oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bolton is 4.2 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.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
58 Starcliffe Street, Bolton
Postcode
BL3 2PU
Local Authority
Bolton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1733107

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Ali General Store?

Ali General Store has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Bolton.

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 Ali General Store last inspected?

Ali General Store was last inspected on 2024-06-04. 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 Ali General 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 Ali General Store located?

Ali General Store is located at 58 Starcliffe Street, Bolton , BL3 2PU, in the Bolton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BL3 postcode area.