Town centre takeaway gets '1 rating'

A town centre takeaway has been given a 1 food hygiene rating by Environmental Health Officers, signifying that 'major improvements' are necessary.

Fish King, located at 9 Severn Street in Newtown, has recently received a low food hygiene rating following an inspection by Powys County Council's Public Protection Team

The restaurant, which offers fish and chips, along with other offerings, was awarded a 1 out of 5 rating for food hygiene, signifying that major improvements are necessary.

The inspection, carried out on 8th January 2025, assessed the takeaway in three key areas critical to food hygiene standards: hygienic food handling, cleanliness and condition of facilities, and overall management of food safety.

According to the summary report, Fish King needs to address issues around the cleanliness and condition of facilities and building (including having appropriate layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities and pest control) to enable good food hygiene.

You can read the full report here on the FSA website.