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Food Safety Enforcement Orders in Ireland: September 2024 Report
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An overview of recent enforcement actions taken by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), detailing closures, advancement orders, and prohibition orders issued in September 2024. This article provides details on the findings, affected establishments, and the duration these orders remain publicly listed.
September 2024 Enforcement actions
In September 2024, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) issued enforcement orders against 10 food establishments across the country. These orders, ranging from closure too improvement and prohibition, were prompted by a variety of public health concerns, including evidence of rodent activity and the sale of food past it’s use-by date. The Food Safety authority of Ireland (FSAI) is the body responsible for enforcing food safety legislation in Ireland.
Inspectors identified several recurring issues during inspections. These included a lack of basic hygiene provisions, such as hot water, soap, and hygienic drying materials at wash-hand basins in kitchens and staff restrooms. Furthermore, inspectors noted unsanitary conditions in food preparation and cooking areas, characterized by unclean ceilings, walls, and floors with important accumulations of grease, dirt, and old food residues.
Types of Enforcement Orders and Listing Durations
The FSAI issues three primary types of enforcement orders:
- Closure Orders: Require the immediate closure of a food establishment.
- Improvement orders: Require specific improvements to be made within a defined timeframe.
- Prohibition Orders: Prohibit the sale of specific food items.
The FSAI maintains a public register of enforcement orders on its website. According to the FSAI, closure and improvement orders will remain listed in the enforcement reports for a period of three months from the date the premises is deemed to have corrected the identified food safety issue. Prohibition orders are listed for a shorter duration, one month from the date of correction. This transparency allows the public to stay informed about food safety compliance.
| Order Type | Listing Duration (from date of correction) |
|---|---|
| Closure Order | 3 months |
| Improvement Order | 3 months |
| Prohibition Order | 1 month |
Specific Findings & Affected Establishments
While the Health Service executive (HSE)‘s environmental health officers carry out the inspections, the FSAI publishes the results. Specific details regarding the 10 establishments affected in September 2024, including their names and the precise nature of the violations, are available on the