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FSA and FSS call on government to address staff shortages
The 2022 “Our Food” report has warned that staff shortages could make it harder to identify food safety threats.
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Recall Roundup: Salmonella and choking hazards
In this week’s Recall Roundup, we look at food recalls from the UK and US including Toxic Waste Slime Lickers being taken from shelves due to the possibility of them being a choking hazard.
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Recall Roundup: Food safety concerns
In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight food recalls in the UK and US, including products being taken off shelves due to temperature control issues.
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Regulators slash CBD recommended intake
The FSA and the FSS have made changes to their CBD intake guidance, dropping the recommended amount to 10mg of cannabidiol CBD per day.
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FSA to launch a food fraud hotline
The FSA has shared proposals from the Food Fraud Group including launching a hotline for people to share their food crime concerns.
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Time to wave goodbye to single-use eating utensils
In this article, New Food discusses the upcoming ban on single-use plastic cutlery and how the industry has been making sustainable swaps in the months leading up to October 2023.
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Stepping up to the plate: Dr Rhian Hayward
In this series, we speak to dynamic voices in the food industry, showcasing individuals who are embracing new responsibilities and unveiling their visions for the sector.
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FSA appoints new Board Member
The Food Standards Agency has announced the appointment of Dr Rhian Hayward MBE as Board Member for Wales and Chair of the Welsh Food Advisory Committee.
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Are rice shortages on the horizon?
Will we be facing shortages of rice in the near future? Professor Chris Elliott examines the impact of the Indian rice export ban and reveals some shocking findings...
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The FSA Food Law Code of Practice: Explained
The FSA explains its new Food Law Code of Practice in more detail and answers some of the key you have about how it will impact the food and beverage industry.
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FSA and FSS launch new application system for regulated products
The FSA and FSS have launched a new system for regulated products to "help businesses through the authorisation process".
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FSA unveils updated Code of Practice
The Food Standards Agency has released an updated Code of Practice that focuses on inspection efforts for higher risk food businesses.
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British Lion enhances its Code of Practise for eggs
British Lion has launched version eight of its Code Of Practise, incorporating the latest scientific and veterinary advice so that eggs can be produced to the “highest standard” of food safety.
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Veganism: truths and misconceptions around allergens
Liljia Polo-Richards explains why it’s important to distinguish between vegan and other free from options when it comes to serving hypersensitive consumers.
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The FSA: Caught between a rock and a hard place
Professor Chris Elliott examines the performance of the Food Standards Agency in the UK’s food system after criticism was levelled at the regulator following an ongoing food fraud case.
