Ipswich takeaway's hygiene rating jumps from one to four stars

The big picture: The Chinese takeaway was reinspected by Ipswich Borough Council's environmental health team last month and had its score upgraded from one to four stars.

What happened before: Inspectors visiting the premises on 1 October found issues requiring attention across all areas assessed:

• Hygienic food handling needed improvement, including preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage.

• Cleanliness and condition of facilities needed improvement, including layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities and pest control.

• Management of food safety required major improvement, including systems for ensuring food safety and staff knowledge.

Yes, but: After receiving the one-star rating before the upgrade, the restaurant displayed a four-star rating sticker in its window and a three-star rating on Just Eat, where customers often order "blindly" without seeing the premises they're ordering from.

Why it matters: The discrepancy meant customers could have been making decisions based on incorrect food safety information, potentially risking their health and safety.

The bottom line: The dramatic turnaround from one to four stars showcases how quickly food establishments can transform their practices when addressing safety concerns properly.