Beach Blanket Babylon Permanently Closed for Hygiene Violations

Beach Blanket Babylon, a prominent restaurant in London's Notting Hill frequented by celebrities and royals, has been permanently closed due to severe hygiene violations. Inspections by Kensington and Chelsea Council revealed infestations of mice, rats, and cockroaches, with food contaminated by droppings. The establishment failed to comply with multiple hygiene improvement notices and lacked adequate pest control and sanitation. Legal action was taken against the operators, with one, Conor George Thomson-Moore, pleading guilty to multiple charges, while charges against Robert Kenneth Newmark were dropped. The closure underscores the importance of maintaining food safety standards to protect public health and community trust. Councillor Cem Kemahli emphasized the borough's commitment to ensuring clean and safe dining environments for residents and visitors.