Marks & Spencer Simply Foods
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Marks & Spencer Simply Foods is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 42 - 48 Friars Walk Shopping Centre, John Frost Square, Newport, South Wales, NP20 1DU, in the Newport local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 January 2016, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Newport oversees 1,355 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newport 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. 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 Marks & Spencer Simply Foods?
Marks & Spencer Simply Foods has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Newport.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
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 Marks & Spencer Simply Foods last inspected?
Marks & Spencer Simply Foods was last inspected on 2016-01-07. 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 Marks & Spencer Simply Foods 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 Marks & Spencer Simply Foods located?
Marks & Spencer Simply Foods is located at 42 - 48 Friars Walk Shopping Centre, John Frost Square, Newport, South Wales , NP20 1DU, in the Newport local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NP20 postcode area.