The FSAI has said inspectors are finding recurring incidents of unhygienic practices and rodent infestations in food businesses. Greg Dempsey, FSAI chief executive, highlighted the need for food businesses to implement a rigorous food safety management system. “Inspectors are finding recurring incidents of unhygienic practices and rodent infestations in food businesses,” he said. “Implementing and maintaining a food safety management system is a basic requirement and should be of the highest importance for food businesses. Closure orders and improvement orders remain listed on the FSAI’s website for three months from the date a premises is adjudged to have corrected its issue.

Source: The Irish Times February 10, 2026 18:47 UTC