New food hygiene ratings for cafes, restaurants and outlets across Basildon and Southend have been published by the Food Standards Agency. Premises across the city are rated by the Food Standards Agency, based on the findings of local authority inspectors, who work all year round. The hygiene standards found at the time of inspection are then rated on a scale. Five is top of the scale, meaning the hygiene standards are very good and fully comply with the law. Zero is at the bottom of the scale, meaning urgent improvement is necessary. Mental Health Unit Kitchen at Basildon Hospital has been rated four following the inspection on March 6.