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Zero Stars: Pub's Sunday Lunch Leads to Food Poisoning Outbreak
25 Nov
Summary
- Nineteen patrons fell ill after a Sunday carvery meal.
- The restaurant received a zero-star hygiene rating post-investigation.
- Clostridium perfringens was identified as the cause of the food poisoning.
Cwrt Henllys Bar & Restaurant in Cwmbran received a zero-star hygiene rating from Torfaen council after an outbreak of food poisoning. Nineteen patrons became ill on October 5th, with the investigation confirming Clostridium perfringens as the bacteria responsible.
The council's findings followed an incident where numerous customers reported falling unwell after consuming a Sunday lunch at the establishment's carvery. While the council assured there was no wider public health risk, the severe hygiene rating underscores the seriousness of the findings.
Gemma Kenney, who operates the bar and restaurant, acknowledged the difficult situation, stating, "It's a terrible situation, we take full accountability. We've put everything right for our patrons." The business has since addressed the issues identified by the health authorities.
