Fast food chain closes London site after major mice infestation

"The closure comes after the discovery of an active widespread uncontrolled mice infestation throughout the restaurant, including next to food equipment. The council said that there was mice activity found throughout the premises, including a dead mouse found on shelves, and cited an imminent risk to public health."

"A same store had previously been closed in October last year, when the site had a previous inspection, with proofing works and a deep clean of the premises happening at the time in an attempt to prevent further rodent activity. Further inspections through October found more evidence of a continued presence of mice, with officers spotting footprints and droppings in food preparation zones."

"The notice cites the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2014 under Regulation 8, under which authorities can immediately shut a food business if conditions pose a serious health danger. The building can now not be used for any food related business until the issue is resolved."

A Leon restaurant location was shut down under the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2014 after environmental health officers discovered an active widespread uncontrolled mice infestation throughout the premises, including near food equipment and preparation zones. Dead mice were found on shelves, with evidence of rodent activity including footprints and droppings in food preparation areas. This closure follows a previous closure in October when similar issues were identified. Despite proofing works and deep cleaning, further inspections revealed continued mouse presence. A March inspection confirmed another uncontrolled infestation, prompting immediate closure. Leon faces council action to recover costs including court fees, legal services charges, and officer time expenses.

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