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UK ban on all feeder rodent imports from Lithuania used as pet food to reduce spread of Salmonella

Food Standards Scotland has imposed a Scottish ban on all feeder rodent imports from Lithuania used as pet food, after a link was confirmed between a Salmonella outbreak in people and feeder rodents used for reptile food originating from a premises in Lithuania.

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Allergy alert - UK

KP Snacks recalls Popchips Veg Vibes Sea Salt & Balsamic Vinegar because of undeclared milk

KP Snacks recalls Popchips Veg Vibes Sea Salt & Balsamic Vinegar because of undeclared milk

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Food alert - UK

Waitrose recalls Waitrose & Partners Green Pesto with Basil because of the presence of salmonella

Waitrose recalls Waitrose & Partners Green Pesto with Basil because of the presence of salmonella

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Food alert - UK

Update: Abbott recalls two infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii

Update: Abbott recalls two infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii

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Food alert - UK

Tesco recalls Tesco Hog Roast Style Pork with Apple Sauce because it may contain Salmonella

Tesco recalls Tesco Hog Roast Style Pork with Apple Sauce because it may contain Salmonella

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