UK-based Lightbody Ventures is recalling two varieties of its Annabel Karmel Chewy Bars as the products may contain insects,according to the UK Food Standards Agency(FSA). The products being recalled Annabel Karmel Apple and Blackcurrant ...
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The Food Standards Agency(FSA)is inviting applications to conduct an evaluation of accredited food assurance schemes. The research will evaluate the extent to which the schemes demonstrate compliance with EU food safety ...
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Further studies are needed to identify the foodborne routes of Toxoplasmosis infection and identify the risks,according to a new report by the UK's Advisory Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Food(ACMSF). The ACMSF provides the ...
SS&C Technologies has unveiled a new risk analysis software, Camra I-Risk, for insurance companies in an effort to address risk amidst emerging solvency standards. Commenting on the launch of the new risk management system, SS&C ...
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The UK Food Standards Agency(FSA)is inviting applications for three new research projects,as a part of its efforts to ensure food safety. The projects will determine the scope of developing a consumer'willingness to pay'figure,measure ...
The UK Food Standards Agency(FSA)is seeking clarification from the European Food Safety Authority(EFSA)seeking clarification over the production of smoked skin-on sheep meat–also known as smokies. While smokies are consumed by some ...
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Cook Trading,a manufacturer of frozen ready meals,is recalling its own-brand Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Tagine in the UK due to allergy risk,according to the Food Standards Agency(FSA). The product contains nuts,which are not ...
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UK-based supermarket chain Tesco has recalled its own-brand Prawn Masala and Pilau Rice over incorrect'use by'date,according to the Food Standards Agency(FSA). The FSA noted that the product should have'use by'date of 22 August ...
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The UK Advisory Committee on Novel Foods and Processes(ACNFP)is seeking views over the use of vitamin D-rich baker's yeast as a novel food ingredient. This move comes after Canadian firm Lallemand sought the approval to market vitamin ...
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UK-based supermarket chain Asda is recalling its Free From 5 Caramel Wafers as gluten(wheat)has been detected in some of this product,which is labelled as gluten-free,according to the Food Standards Agency(FSA). The Agency has issued an ...
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The UK Food Standards Agency(FSA)is reminding people to take extra care with their food as temperatures rise,as parts of the UK are experiencing some warmer weather. FSA noted that cases of food poisoning soar during the summer months,as ...
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UK Food Standards Agency(FSA)is warning people not to consume a certain batch of Italian olives sold in jars as they may lead to botulism poisoning. This warning has been issued after a person experienced botulism poisoning on consuming ...
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About three-quarters of people in the UK are willing to take food safety risks while eating out,which puts them at increased risk of food poisoning,especially during the upcoming London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games,according to a new ...
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UK-based supermarket chain Sainsbury's is withdrawing all batches of its 8 Chunky Caramel Chocolate bars as the product contains peanuts,which is not declared on the label,according to the Food Standards Agency(FSA). The Agency has issued ...
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Prompt Thai 2000,a UK-based importer of food products,has recalled Kraft Cheez Whiz jars for violating EU import regulations,according to the Food Standards Agency(FSA). FSA noted that the product was manufactured in the Philippines,which ...
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