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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)

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Food alert - UK

Grape Tree recalls Raw Unsalted Macadamia Nuts because of contamination with E. coli

Grape Tree recalls Raw Unsalted Macadamia Nuts because of contamination with E. coli

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