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Lidl GB recalls Birchwood XXL Pork Mince because it may contain pieces of plastic

Lidl GB recalls Birchwood XXL Pork Mince because it may contain pieces of plastic

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FSS Board Meeting - 17 February 2021

The Food Standards Scotland Board meeting on 17 February 2021 will be held via video conference.

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Allergy alert - UK

Waitrose recalls Patisserie Carrot Cake Muffin 2S because of undeclared walnuts (nuts)

Waitrose recalls Patisserie Carrot Cake Muffin 2S because of undeclared walnuts (nuts)

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Report shows lockdown shift to home cooking but change still needed

We have published a new report revealing the impact of COVID-19 on food and drink retail purchasing in Scotland between January and July 2020.

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Allergy alert - UK

Alternative Foods London recalls OGGS Zesty Lemon Cake because of undeclared soya

Alternative Foods London recalls OGGS Zesty Lemon Cake because of undeclared soya

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