Closure order issued by FSAI for Mayo business
A County Mayo food business was served with a closure order.
A total of 14 closure orders were served on food businesses by the FSAI in November.
In Mayo, a closure order was served under the European Union (Official Controls in Relation to Food Legislation Regulations, 2020 for:
Greg Dempsey, chief executive of the FSAI, said that takeaway businesses account for almost a quarter of all businesses served with Enforcement orders so far in 2025.
“To support this sector, the FSAI has launched a dedicated section on its website for starting and running a takeaway business,” Mr Dempsey said.
“The resource includes guidance tailored specifically to takeaway operations, highlights the most frequent compliance issues in Ireland, and provides practical advice on how to prevent and control them.”
He added that November’s Enforcement Orders serve as a reminder that all food businesses must maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene at all times, especially during the Christmas and New Year periods.
“Consumers have a right to safe food, and there is a personal responsibility on owners, managers, and all employees to comply with food safety legal requirements at all times,” Mr Dempsey said.
“During the busy festive period, it is especially important that food businesses have proper procedures in place to manage increased demands and pressures.
“All food businesses must comply with their legal requirement to notify the competent authorities prior to operating to ensure there are adequate food safety processes, procedures and facilities in place.”
