Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Ayrshire
Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) was told improvement was required at its most recent inspection. Under Scotland's scheme that means the inspector found the shop fell short of the legal standard and expects it to put things right.
The rating: Improvement required
The rating dates from 26 June 2025, 12 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 135 High Street, Irvine, KA12 8AA
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Shop Local (SMA News Ltd), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Amusements Retailers - other | 44 yards away | Pass | 27 May 2026 |
| Cafe Colombo Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 81 yards away | Pass | 25 November 2025 |
| Elccino Cappuccino Other catering premises | 81 yards away | Pass | 8 April 2026 |
| Brownings the Bakers Ltd., Retailers - other | 108 yards away | Pass | 28 February 2025 |
| Delta Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 108 yards away | Pass | 1 April 2026 |
| Bank Street Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 109 yards away | Pass | 29 January 2026 |
| British Legion Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 123 yards away | Pass | 12 July 2019 |
| Emmanuel Christian Centre Other catering premises | 123 yards away | Pass | 21 July 2023 |
Questions about Shop Local (SMA News Ltd)
What is Shop Local (SMA News Ltd)'s food hygiene rating?
Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Improvement required".
When was Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) last inspected?
Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) was last inspected on 26 June 2025, 12 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Ayrshire Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
North Ayrshire Council inspects Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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Shop Local (SMA News Ltd) is one of 558 rated food businesses in Ayrshire. See every hygiene rating in Ayrshire →
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The official record is held by the council: https://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk/
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