Burgers cooked “as you like them” are back on the menu at Davy’s as the final part of the Hygiene Improvement Notice served in 2011 finally collapsed with Westminster City Council offering no evidence in court on Monday 17 December 2013. The outcome of this case is surely positive news for the UK foodservice industry, which could have been threatened by similar proceedings against any outlet.
This latest news follows a judgment in June 2013 where it was found that Davy’s were entitled under EU and English law to legally serve rare and medium-rare burgers.
Davy’s quality product
Davy’s points out that it is proud of the exemplary quality of its product, using only the highest quality aged minced fillet, sirloin and rib steak supplied by their butcher under conditions and to a standard that under EU law is fit for consumption in the raw form. To this product is added herbs and seasoning to produce what customers say is one of the best gourmet burgers available.
Davy’s stated:
“We have always worked hard to ensure that the food we serve is not only of the highest quality and taste, but is safe. We are delighted to have succeeded in demonstrating that to the court.
“It is a great relief that after almost 2 years of defending charges by Westminster City Council, who additionally chose to pursue a criminal prosecution against Davy’s Managing Director, all such charges have been dropped with an award of costs in Davy’s favour.”
Make sure of insurance cover
Davy’s also comment on the need to carry appropriate insurance cover:
“Our ability to stay the course was much aided by having proper insurance cover in place. Davy’s would recommend that other food businesses check their cover if they wish to legitimately resist enforcement action.”