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Residents can now see the hygiene ratings of cafes, pubs, restaurants, take-aways and supermarkets thanks to a new scheme called Scores on the Doors.

Bracknell Forest Council is rolling out the scheme among the borough’s food traders, who will be given a sticker showing a star rating from their most recent inspection.

The star ratings range from zero stars for the very poorest, to five stars for those with excellent health, hygiene and food preparation management systems in place.

A ceremony was held at South Hill Park Arts Centre on Monday, November 17, to present the borough’s five star traders with their stickers.

More than 89 councils across the country already use Scores on the Doors including West Berkshire, Reading and Wokingham.

Cllr Iain McCracken, Executive Member for Public Protection, said: “Scores on the Doors helps increase confidence in our local traders, and will be an added incentive for them to all to reach the highest standards possible.

“I would like to congratulate the five star traders for achieving the top star rating, and delivering top quality service to their customers.”

Whether or not the business choose to display their rating, details for all food traders can be seen at the Council’s website at www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/scores or by sending a text to SOTD followed by the business name and town to 60060.