All Food Standards Agency (FSA) articles – Page 4
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Recall Roundup: Undeclared allergens and incorrect labelling
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we share some of the lasted food and beverage recalls from around the world.
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NewsFSA says written allergy information should be a legal requirement
Following its December Board meeting, the FSA has confirmed that is backing the Owen’s Law campaign and believes written allergen information should be a legal requirement on menus, rather than just guidance.
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News51 percent of consumers “highly concerned” about food affordability
The FSA’s latest report has revealed the number of people “highly concerned” about the affordability of food has almost doubled in the past three years.
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ArticleSecuring food safety: FSS on combating crime and staff shortages
Chair of Food Standards Scotland Heather Kelman sits down with New Food to discuss the regulator’s food safety priorities, including tackling crime, staff shortages and import controls for safer food practices.
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NewsFSA urges consumers not to buy fake Wonka and Prime bars
Members of the public have been warned by the FSA to not buy or eat fake Wonka or Prime chocolate bars as they are potentially “unsafe to eat”.
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ArticleWorkforce shortages and food safety: Insights from FSA's Chair
In this Q&A, New Food speaks to Professor Susan Jebb, Chair of the Food Standards Agency about the "Our Food" report and how workforce shortages must being addressed to strengthen food safety in the UK.
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ArticleReshaping CBD: Meeting FSA's revised standards
As the UK's CBD market surges, Steve Brownett Gale discusses evolving regulations for safety and dosage and shares how retailers and manufacturers must adapt as consumers navigate changes.
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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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NewsRegulators 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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NewsFSA 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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ArticleTime 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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ArticleStepping 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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NewsFSA 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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ArticleAre 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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ArticleThe 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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NewsFSA 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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NewsBritish 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.