An industry expert told us that the businesses displaying the wrong rating are 'misleading' and 'coning' the public

So, who are they?

We’ve named them

📲 Click here to read the full investigation & watch the report: https://buff.ly/4gkMyBC

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💡 In Wales & Northern Ireland, displaying the correct rating is mandatory—and businesses can face fines.

The Food Standards Agency says this could prevent 4,000 foodborne illnesses annually in England.

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One local fish & chip shop with a real 5-star rating told us:

“For people to display a wrong rating, it actually devalues the system. We work hard to uphold high standards every day—it’s frustrating to see others cutting corners.”

🎥 Read/watch the full story below: https://buff.ly/4gkMyBC

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🍽️ 22 food outlets in Maidstone town centre have a hygiene rating of 3 or below.

12 displayed no rating
7 inflated their scores
2 falsely claimed they were “awaiting inspection”
95% weren’t showing their correct sticker.

And this isn't illegal

(As of Dec 3rd)

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https://buff.ly/4gkMyBC

Still trying to get my head around all the quirks. But yes I do rely quite a bit on Twitter for news breaks

It really does seem that way