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Allergy alert - UK

Poundstretcher recalls Chocolate Crème Oreos because of incorrect allergen labelling

Poundstretcher is recalling Chocolate Crème Oreos because they contain wheat (gluten) and milk which are not correctly declared on the ingredient label applied by Poundstretcher.

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Allergy alert - Scotland

Jordan Valley Wholefoods is recalling products because it contains undeclared soya

Jordan Valley Whole Foods is recalling products because they contain undeclared soya which is not mentioned on the labels. This means the products are a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya.

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Food alert - UK

Sainsbury’s recalls stir fry products due to possible presence of salmonella

Sainsbury’s has taken the precautionary step of recalling a number of its products because the products might contain salmonella.

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Food alert - UK

Great Northern Sandwich Co recalls six chicken products because of possible contamination

Great Northern Sandwich Co Ltd is recalling various products containing chicken because of a blue discolouration on the meat. The discolouration may indicate that the products are unfit for human consumption.

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Food Standards Scotlands response to Soft Drinks Industry Levy Consultation

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) was established by the Food (Scotland) Act, 2015 as the public sector food body for Scotland.

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