Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust
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Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust, Elizabeth House Centre For Lifelong Learning (Candi), 2 Hurlock Street, London, N5 1ED, in the Islington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 March 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — 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. Islington oversees 2,602 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Islington is 4.4 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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 Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust?
Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Islington.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust last inspected?
Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust was last inspected on 2023-03-22. 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 Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust 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 Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust located?
Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust is located at Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust, Elizabeth House Centre For Lifelong Learning (Candi), 2 Hurlock Street, London , N5 1ED, in the Islington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the N5 postcode area.