Archive of all Food Standards Agency articles – Page 18
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NewsCow & Gate recalls stage three meal over rubber contamination
The recall concerns Cheesy Broccoli Bake with batch code 28122020 and best before date 28 December 2020
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NewsSandwich makers hit out at FSA full ingredient labelling calls
The FSA board has backed mandatory full ingredient labelling on pre-packed for direct sale foods (PPDS)
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Analysis & FeaturesPret's allergen overhaul: do its changes go far enough?
Pret’s ‘five-point allergen plan’ puts it ahead of the competition. But is it enough to keep consumers safe?
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NewsMedia Bites 9 May: Imperial Brands, Metro, Coty
The threat of tighter regulations on vaping products in the United States has held back growth in e-cigarette sales at Imperial Brands
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NewsFSA to gather data on allergic reactions in pubs and cafés
The new FSA-led reporting mechanism would help it to ‘more quickly identify food businesses that may have served unsafe food’
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NewsPret begins rollout of full ingredient labelling nationwide
The chain has also unveiled a a new “Five Point Allergy Plan” aimed at tackling some of the issues faced by customers with allergies
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Analysis & FeaturesSugar concerns, CBD and the rise of the treat mentality: 10 charts explaining UK attitudes to soft drinks
Today’s Brits want more than a standard can of sugary pop. Instead, they are open to more adventurous ingredients and premium fare
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NewsSainsbury's set to stop selling barn eggs in 2020
The retailer will exclusively stock free range eggs after the move
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NewsQuorn claims sabotage after chicken nuggets found in veggie products
Quorn stressed it had strict segregation procedures, approved by both The Vegetarian Society and The Vegan Society
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NewsFSA warns of food hygiene rating scam in England & Wales
The FSA stressed it or local authorities would demand money for ratings
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NewsStartup Good Soul launches premium boxed CBD chocolate
The brand launched this week as a direct-to-consumer offer
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Comment & OpinionWales is already ahead on food hygiene rating display
We would like to set the record straight in relation to the article…
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NewsHashtag Co unveils hemp-infused coffee in biodegradable pod
Available from 20 April, Cannacoffe marks a world first, claim the London-based Hashtag
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NewsMedia Bites 1 April: Brexit, Amazon, Marks & Spencer
Business leaders have reacted with frustration and warned that Britain is increasingly succumbing to Brexit fatigue
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NewsMeat processors call for 10-day use-by date rule to be abolished
New research by the BMPA is set to show use-by dates could be safely extended beyond the FSA’s recommendations
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Comment & OpinionTreat the nitrites study with caution. It shows processors want to learn
A new industry-funded study has suggested controversial nitrites don’t protect against botulism as intended. But we shouldn’t damn the meat industry for seeking better understanding
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NewsFood fraud risk higher in no-deal scenario, says 2 Sisters tech boss
Higher prices caused by post-Brexit tariffs could create ideal conditions for food fraud, warned 2 Sisters’ new technical director
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Comment & OpinionWe need a clear definition of ‘junk food’ to beat child obesity
It’s clear that the current characterisation of ‘junk’ can create inconsistency and confusion
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NewsWaitrose recalls chocolate after undeclared milk found
It’s put up point of sale signs in its stores advising customers why the items have been recalled
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NewsFlexitarian diets help egg sales climb past £1bn for first time
A desire to eat more healthily and cut down on meat consumption were key drivers for the increase, said British Lion