Good news as food hygiene ratings handed to seven Newry, Mourne and Down establishments

A Food Standards Agency rating sticker on a window of a restaurant in central London. A huge variation in food hygiene standards remains across the UK, with one in five high or medium-risk food outlets failing to meet standards, according to a study.

New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to seven of Newry, Mourne and Down’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them all.

Restaurants, cafes and canteens

The following ratings have been given to three restaurants, cafes or canteens:

• Rated 5: FRIAR TUCKS at 15 Church Street, Ringmackilroy, Warrenpoint, Down; rated on July 27

• Rated 5: KILMOREY ARMS HOTEL LTD at 41-43 Greencastle Street, Magheramurphy, Kilkeel, Down; rated on July 27

• Rated 5: THE PRIMROSE at 30 Main Street, Ballynahinch, Down; rated on July 21

Pubs, bars and nightclubs

And one rating has been handed to a pub, bar or nightclub:

• Rated 5: MINNY DOYLE'S BAR at 13-15 Main Street, Carcullion, Hilltown, Down; rated on July 21

Takeaways

Plus three ratings for takeaways:

• Rated 5: HERRON'S COUNTRY FRIED CHICKEN at 21 High Street, Ballynahinch, Ballynahinch, Down; rated on July 24

• Rated 5: EATING OPTIONS at 55 Main Street, Saintfield, Down; rated on July 21

• Rated 5: The Crispy Cod at 40-42 Church Street, Ballynacraig, Newry, Down; rated on July 20