News and alerts
Food Standards Scotland’s news and food alerts, including product recalls and allergy alerts.
Statements
Food Standards Scotland statement on folic acid
Food Standards Scotland responds to the UK Government’s announcement of its intention to consult on mandatory fortification of white flour with folic acid.
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Allergy alert - UK
ASDA recalls ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because of undeclared gluten
ASDA recalls ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because of undeclared gluten
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Statements
Rise in cases of Salmonella Typhimurium
Food Standards Scotland, Food Standards Agency, Health Protection Scotland and Public Health England are reminding people to take care when handling raw meat and to cook it properly.
Food alert - UK
Dunnes Stores recalls its Slow Roasted Turkey Slices due to Incorrect ‘Use By’ Date
Dunnes Stores recalls its Slow Roasted Turkey Slices due to Incorrect ‘Use By’ Date
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News
Food Standards Scotland and the Food Standards Agency Boards respond positively to the UK-wide meat review
The Boards of the UK’s two food regulators held their first joint meeting today, 17 October 2018, in Edinburgh following the publication of the Review which makes recommendations aimed at improving compliance and assurance in the UK meat processing industry.
