Notes for businesses

  • As the food business operator of the establishment you have a right to appeal the food hygiene rating given following your inspection if you do not agree that the rating reflects the hygiene standards and management controls found at the time of the inspection. 
  • You have 21 days (including weekends and bank holidays) from the date of receipt of the notification letter to lodge an appeal. 
  • Please use the form below and return it to the Lead Officer for Food from your local authority – contact details are provided with the written notification of your food hygiene rating.
  • Your rating will be reviewed and the outcome of your appeal communicated to you within 21 days.

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