🚨 Shocking discovery at a Cardiff shop! 🚨 A customer found their loaf of bread had been gnawed by rats, prompting a closer look at the Family Choice Minimarket in Ely. What inspectors uncovered was alarming: an extensive rat infestation, droppings everywhere, and food packaging damaged by these uninvited guests.
🏪 The shop had been battling a rat problem since April but fell short on crucial measures like sealing entry points and maintaining cleanliness. As a result, the minimarket faced not one, but two voluntary closures to tackle the issue.
💼 Owner Jeyaratnam Pathmastri ended up in court, admitted to charges, and faced significant fines both personally and for his company, Family Choice T&N Ltd.
Cardiff council and pest control worked closely with the shop to ensure a safe comeback. Only after thorough pest-proofing, cleaning, and inspections was the shop permitted to reopen without an immediate risk to public health.
Council official Cllr Norma Mackie stresses the importance of maintaining pest control in food businesses to protect public health.
Let’s hope this serves as a reminder to all local businesses about the importance of keeping their premises spotless and pest-free. Stay vigilant, Cardiff! 🐀🍞
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