A chippy in Northfleet is the plaice to be after winning an award which puts them in the UK’s top 3%.

Northfleet Fish Bar in Perry Street has regained the NFFF Quality Award.

The National Federation of Fish Friers represents the nation’s fish and chip shops, and uses the award as a way of raising standards.

Owner Costas Christou has been in the industry for over 20 years and said: “We are all delighted.

“It goes to show that our high standards and many years’ experience hasn’t gone unnoticed.

“Of course, a special thanks has to go to the staff.”

Food quality, presentation, hygiene and cleanliness, staff training, equipment and frying and sales skills were all assessed as part of the award.