Scores on the Doors – UK scheme

The scheme will be supported by a centrally funded branding and marketing exercise and by a national promotional campaign to raise awareness of consumers and food businesses. Assessment of hygiene standards is undertaken by our local authority partners, and we are also seeking views on a support package to assist them in implementing and operating the UK-wide scheme.

Your comments are sought on:
• the essential features of a UK-wide scheme, and on two different options for the scoring element of the scheme – a 'three-star, plus fail' (four-tier) system and a 'pass/improvement required' (two-tier) system (based on one currently being piloted in Scotland) – details are given at Appendix 1.
• other options for the scoring element of the scheme, based on your experience of existing scoring systems, such as the various five-star systems that are being operated. and
• the essential elements of the necessary support package for local authorities operating the scheme.