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Allergy alert - Scotland

Espresso Warehouse recalls two Wooden Spoon products due to incorrect allergen labelling

Espresso Warehouse are recalling two Wooden Spoon products, Gluten Free Chocolate & Pear biscuits and Lemon Melt biscuits because they contain soya, milk and wheat (gluten) which are not emphasised correctly on the label.

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Allergy alert - UK

Waitrose recalls its Normandy Pork Casserole because of undeclared milk

Waitrose recalls its Normandy Pork Casserole because of undeclared milk

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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.

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