A Maldon waterside restaurant has been allowed to reopen following an emergency closure.

Fish on the Quay on Church Street, Maldon received a Hygiene Prohibition Notice on June 13 due to an "active and widespread" rat infestation at the site.

Now, just two-weeks later, the Council's Environmental Inspector has said the imminent risk to public health has been removed.

This means the restaurant can reopen from today, June 28.

At the time of the notice, Cllr Richard Siddall, Leader of Maldon District Council, said: "Our officers took swift action against this business as soon as it became clear there was an imminent risk to public health.

"Whilst these are incredibly serious offences, we will work with the operator to improve the standards of cleanliness and make sure that they comply food safety standards before they reopen."