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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.
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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 February food hygiene ratings for restaurants, takeaways, cafes and pubs in Portsmouth, Gosport, Fareham and Havant.
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5. Oriental Express - 4
Oriental Express, in Brockhurst Road, Gosport, received a four rating on February 4, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Street View
6. Peckish Catering - 3
Peckish Catering, in Highlands Road, Fareham, was given a three rating on February 9, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Street View
7. Rancho Steak House - 3
Rancho Steak House, in West Street, Fareham, received a three rating on February 10, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Street View
8. Ruby's Tearoom - 5
Ruby's Tearoom, in Elm Grove, Hayling Island, received a five rating on February 11, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Street View