Wigan’s Standishgate McDonald’s has been given a one-star food hygiene rating after a council inspection which identified "significant failures in food safety and hygiene protocols." The visit, carried out on 26 May, has left the branch listed with a one-star rating on the Food Standards Agency (FSA) website and subject to orders for "major improvements", particularly concerning the cleanliness and condition of facilities and building.
What inspectors found and what we saw
Wigan Council’s inspection report, as reflected on the FSA site, highlights areas requiring immediate attention. During a visit this week to the town-centre branch I found a busy mid-afternoon scene: families and children occupied many tables and kiosks were in steady use. Despite the rating, there was no obvious drop-off in custom.
- Inspection date recorded: 26 May.
- FSA rating shown: 1 (one star).
- Key issue named by council: cleanliness and condition of facilities and building.
On the ground, staff had cleaning equipment such as dustpans and brushes visibly placed around the restaurant. I ordered a Hot Honey McCrispy as a medium meal with chips to see whether the rating translated into any immediate problems with service or presentation; the restaurant appeared to be functioning normally at the time of my visit.
What this means for customers
A one-star rating indicates that the business must make substantial improvements to meet legal standards for food safety and hygiene. Wigan Council has required "major improvements" in specific areas, and the FSA’s website will carry any public updates to the rating once follow-up action or re-inspection has taken place.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Standishgate McDonald's, Wigan town centre |
| Inspection date | 26 May |
| FSA rating | 1 (one star) |
| Primary concerns | Cleanliness and condition of facilities/building |
Where to find more information
Customers concerned about food hygiene ratings can view the branch’s entry on the Food Standards Agency website for the full inspection report and any subsequent updates. Wigan Council is responsible for enforcing improvements and for arranging re-inspection where appropriate.
As this story develops, InfoRadar will report any confirmation of remedial action, re-inspection dates or changes to the rating. For now, the one-star classification remains on the public record and the council has directed the business to carry out major improvements.
Sophia Bell, Wigan News Correspondent
