Seafish fish and chip shop visited by Alison Smith named best in UK . Sales of UK 's national dish up despite country slipping into recession . `` Fish and chip shops are well-placed to prosper in the current economic climate as they offer value for money and a quality product with a feel-good factor , '' competition judge Andy Gray said . 9,500 meals eaten the busiest January in England , according to industry figures .
Seafish fish and chip shop visited by Alison Smith named best in UK . Sales of UK 's national dish up despite country slipping into recession . 9,500 meals eaten the busiest January in England , according to industry figures .