Newbridge Food Wholesaler/Distributor Shut Down After Inspectors Find Serious Rodent Infestation

Wednesday, 10 September 2025 11:18

By Martin Osborne

The Closure Order, issued against Bk Foods Limited in Newbridge, followed an inspection by environmental health officers earlier this week.

A local food wholesaler and distributor has been ordered to close after inspectors discovered serious rodent activity, posing what officials described as a “grave and immediate danger” to public health.

The Closure Order, issued against Bk Foods Limited in Newbridge, followed an inspection by environmental health officers earlier this week.

The company supplies food products to retailers, caterers, or other commercial entities.

Numerous rat droppings were discovered in the distribution warehouse.

Food was not "protected" against any contamination.

The business must remain shut until all food safety risks are eliminated and compliance is verified by the HSE.

Inspector's notes

Across the country, eight Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order on food businesses were served in August.

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