These scores were introduced to give people clear information about the hygiene standards, and paperwork, of each premises.
Local authorities carry out the inspections throughout the year.
Businesses are given a rating from 0 to 5, with the latter being the highest.
Here is what each one means:
5 – hygiene standards are very good.
4 – hygiene standards are good.
3 – hygiene standards are generally satisfactory.
2 – some improvement is necessary.
1 – major improvement is necessary.
0 – urgent improvement is required.
Here are the March food hygiene ratings for venues in Havant.
Be sure to click through all the pages in the gallery to see all the businesses.

5. McDonald's in Larchwood Avenue - 5
McDonald's in Larchwood Avenue, Havant, received a five rating on March 9, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

6. Hayling Golf Club - 5
SPF Caterers at the Hayling Golf Club received a five rating on March 9, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

7. The Heron - 5
The Heron in Petersfield Road, Havant, received a five rating on March 3, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

8. The Centurion - 5
The Centurion in Crookhorn Lane, Waterlooville, received a five rating on March 2, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

