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Food Standards Scotland’s news and food alerts, including product recalls and allergy alerts.
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Working in partnership
We've been working a range of stakeholders around the introduction of new PPDS legislation across the UK from Friday 1 October. Colin Smith, Chief Executive, at the Scottish Wholesale Association, explains the role his organisation has had in the process.
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Waitrose recalls Waitrose & Partners Plantlife Pulled Oyster Mushroom Burgers because it may contain pieces of plastic
Waitrose recalls Waitrose & Partners Plantlife Pulled Oyster Mushroom Burgers because it may contain pieces of plastic
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Advice to reptile owners amid UK-wide Salmonella outbreak linked to feeder mice
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) are urging reptile owners who have purchased certain feeder mice for their pets, to take extra precautions to avoid becoming ill with salmonellosis.
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Students: cook smart in clean kitchens to stay safe
Scottish students are being advised to be extra vigilant with their kitchen hygiene this year, as they return to campuses for the new term or start courses for the first time, at the country’s 19 universities and 29 colleges.
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Student checklist for safe and healthy eating
Just moved out of home for the first time? Not sure where to start when it comes to preparing food healthily and safety? Take a look at our tips to make sure you get off to the right start!
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