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New research finds that digital promotions fuel over-ordering of takeaways
Consumers using apps and websites to order take-away food and drink are being exposed to overwhelming numbers of promotional and marketing strategies, according to new research by Food Standards Scotland (FSS).
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Research reveals public need to check fridge temperatures to avoid foodborne illness
Released ahead of World Food Safety Day (7 June), the results from a citizen science project conducted by Food Standards Scotland (FSS) reveal that, on average, fridge temperatures are too high putting the public at increased risk of foodborne illness.
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FSS investigation leads to conviction of Scottish tea fraudster
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has welcomed the conviction of Thomas Robinson, 52, who was found guilty on two counts of fraud totalling nearly £600,000 following an extensive investigation by the Scottish Food Crime and Incidents Unit.
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Allergy alert - UK
Iceland Foods Ltd recalls Daily Bakery 4 Sub Rolls because of undeclared barley
Iceland Foods Ltd recalls Daily Bakery 4 Sub Rolls because of undeclared barley
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Allergy alert - UK
THG Nutrition Limited recalls Myprotein Gooey Filled Cookie, Double Chocolate & Caramel because of undeclared wheat (gluten)
THG Nutrition Limited recalls Myprotein Gooey Filled Cookie, Double Chocolate & Caramel because of undeclared wheat (gluten)
