People and communities
Rodent infested Walsall supermarket forced to close
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M&T Supermarket Limited was ordered to close by Walsall Magistrates Court on Thursday 31 August following a visit from Environmental Health.
Walsall Council officers visited the premises on 24 August and found evidence of an active and widespread cockroach and mouse infestation. Officers deemed there was an imminent risk of injury to health and served a Hygiene Emergency Prohibition Notice.
“ The evidence found by Environmental Health officers at what was a trusted store is disgusting and I am appalled at the state it had been allowed to get in to. Residents trust these businesses and putting people’s health at risk is unacceptable and we need to hold these businesses to account. I am pleased by the decision of the Court to close the business and want to thank the officers involved for their hard work to keep our communities safe “
The Caldmore Road supermarket, known as the largest ethnic store in the West Midlands, has been a popular fixture since it was established in 1981. Evidence presented at Walsall Magistrates Court resulted in its closure until Environmental Health can be satisfied that any health risks have been adequately eliminated.
“ The last thing we want to do is permanently close any Walsall businesses. The Council is committed to supporting businesses to thrive and we want to work with them to ensure they are operating lawfully and in a way that protects the health and safety of customers and residents. The standards shown at M&T Supermarket are unacceptable and I hope that they will engage with officers to rectify the situation “
If you have concerns about an environmental health issue, please contact EnvironmentalHealth@walsall.gov.uk
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