Food and feed incidents are important for consumers to be aware of as it can put people at risk. But incidents can come in different shapes and forms so getting an understanding of them can help.
Food and feed incidents
Understand what an incident is and how to report it
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A food or feed incident occurs when there are concerns about the safety or quality that could require an intervention to protect consumers’ interests.
During an incident, the Scottish Food Crime and Incidents unit (SFCIU) will support public bodies, such as local authorities, to protect the public from risks to health from eating food.
Food incident prevention
Preventing incidents is an important part of the work we do to ensure protection for consumers, maintaining food standards and safety and trust in the food chain.
Why food is recalled
Understand how food is recalled and the types of alerts that we issues to consumers and stakeholders.
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Young’s Seafood recalls Young’s Gastro 2 Lemon & Pepper Fish Fillets because of undeclared mustard
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Scottish Government consultation on the minimum requirements for the location of Border Control Posts
An opportunity for stakeholders to express views on proposals to amend the minimum requirements for the location of Border Control Posts (BCPs) in Scotland.
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Brookie Bakes recalls Brookie Bakes Dubai Bar Pistachio & Knafeh because of undeclared peanuts
Brookie Bakes is recalling Brookie Bakes Dubai Bar Pistachio & Knafeh because it may contain peanuts which is not mentioned on the label.
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Food Standards Scotland warns against counterfeit alcohol dangers
In the run up to the festive period, Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is urging both consumers and retailers to remain vigilant as counterfeit alcohol may pose a serious risk to public health and the integrity of Scotland’s licensed trade.