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Cleone Foods recalls patties because of incorrect labelling

Cleone Foods is recalling two of its patty products because they do not contain the wording ‘use by’ with the date code information indicating the date by which the products can be safely consumed on the packaging. This product was sold at Tesco, Co-operative, ASDA, Sainsbury’s, Morrison’s, Iceland and Nisa-Retail stores.

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Scottish Food Crime Unit launches roadshow to raise awareness of food crime

The Scottish Food Crime Unit, part of Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is today (23 March) launching a roadshow to raise awareness of the different types of food fraud, the potential seriousness of this and how to report it.

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Statement on re-commencement of production by Errington Cheese Ltd

Food Standards Scotland is aware that Errington Cheese Ltd has restarted production of cheese.

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Douglas Willis recalls various meat products as they may contain small pieces of hard plastic (Wales only)

Douglas Willis Ltd is recalling a variety of meat products on a precautionary basis as they may contain small pieces of hard plastic.

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Food Standards Scotland calls on Scots to break unhealthy snacking habits

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is encouraging people in Scotland to give up unnecessary treats every Tuesday as part of its drive to start breaking Scotland’s unhealthy snacking habits.

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