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The Tandoori Mahal, an Indian restaurant in Wallasey, England, has admitted to 13 food safety violations, including failing to manage pests and protect food from contamination. In 2017, authorities accused the restaurant of poor hygiene practices, citing inadequate pest control and unclean premises. Despite these warnings, the restaurant, owned by Ajmol Ali, continued to violate food safety standards.
Proprietor and Staff Face Charges
Ajmol Ali has admitted guilt to 13 offences, including neglecting pest management, failing to oversee food handlers, and maintaining a poorly managed establishment. Another defendant, Roushanara Begum, also pleaded guilty to six charges, which included neglecting cleanliness and failing to ensure proper food hygiene training for staff.
Facebook Claims at Odds with Reality
On its Facebook page, Tandoori Mahal advertises “Exquisite Indian dishes at quite affordable prices.” However, health inspectors found violations spanning sanitation, food preparation, pest control, and employee training under the Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations 2013.
Legal Proceedings Continue
The case, presented at Wirral Magistrates’ Court on November 28, 2024, has been adjourned to January 16, 2025, for further review by a district judge. Authorities have linked two additional cases to the restaurant, with one employee, Mozammid Ali, facing seven related charges. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for stricter enforcement of food safety standards in the region.
Source: India Today