A Bargoed store forced to close after a rat infestation has reopened for business after being cleared by the council.
Caerphilly council had closed Bargoed Local Store in Bargoed high street after a complaint from the public led to an investigation.
The council’s environmental health team inspected the premises at 16 High Street, Bargoed, on April 18 and found a rat infestation.
The council closed the food business operator and the closure was confirmed in Cwmbran Magistrates’ court on April 23 stopping the premises being used as a food business.
The closure order remained in force until the infestation was cleared.
Cabinet member for environment and public protection Cllr Eluned Stenner said: “Our environmental health officers conducted a thorough investigation at the premises and secured a successful outcome in order to protect consumers and public health.
“We are pleased that the matter has now been addressed.”