Guidance
Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
The scheme helps you choose where to eat out or shop for food by giving you clear information about businesses’ hygiene standards. We run the scheme in partnership with local authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Applies to England, Northern Ireland and Wales
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The scheme helps you choose where to eat out or shop for food by giving you clear information about businesses’ hygiene standards. We run the scheme in partnership with local authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Published 14 December 2017
Last updated 30 June 2026
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Fixed broken links to food hygiene rating site.
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Added translation