Southport has been named as the best performing town in the UK for food hygiene ratings.
A report comparing the highest and lowest figures of locations across the country has revealed the best performing locations for cleanliness and safety. Data from 218,000 food businesses has indicated Southport has the highest average score from its more than 400 premises.
The seaside resort town recorded an average of 4.92, placing it top of the leader board for the whole of the UK.
