A CHIPPY in Warrington has been hit with a poor food hygiene rating.

The Crispy Cod, on Manchester Road, has received the poor score following an inspection by the Food Standards Agency.

The ratings are issued by the Food Standards Agency and are made publicly available online.

Following their visit, inspectors found that major improvement is necessary in the chippy’s management of food safety.

Meanwhile improvement is necessary in The Crispy Cod’s hygienic food handling and cleanliness and condition of facilities and building.

The rating on the Food Standards Agency website can be viewed here: https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1596249/the-crispy-cod