York market fishmonger to pay £1,672 for food hygiene failings

A fishmonger who repeatedly failed to meet safe food standards has been ordered to pay a total £1,672 for four food hygiene offences.

Trevor Douglas (aged 62 of St Peters Court, Whitby) failed to improve hygiene standards at his stall at Shambles market for a five-year period between 2013-2017 and, at its latest inspection on 27 January 2017, the business was given a zero rating with urgent improvement required.
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Numbers visiting York on increase

Footfall figures in York city centre are up on last year as the critical Christmas period gets into full swing.

Yesterday (Saturday) York was “heaving” as thousands made their way into the City to view the ice sculptures and visit shops and markets.

The City lights have general been well received this year reflecting well on the York BID and supporting organisations.