List view / Grid view
The consultation will look at changing the bread and flour regulations that have been in place for more than 20 years, but some in the baking sector think it does not go far enough.
UK health authorities are concerned that some vulnerable consumers are at risk of Listeriosis, which can be more serious for some groups of people.
The FSA will conduct an insect protein consultation, with brands being asked to submit applications before December 2023 in order to stay on shop shelves.
The two UK food standards authorities have identified the biggest risks to food safety, but overall they conclude that food standards have been maintained despite the challenges of the past 18 months.
Further restrictions on UK shoppers are in place after Tesco was reported to be the third supermarket to limit sales of cooking oil.
Following the announcement of £19.2 million for a cross-government surveillance project to protect public health, the FSA’s Chief Scientific Advisor Professor Robin May explains why it is needed.
Food Standards Scotland says it has consulted with the Scottish food industry on the new legislation, which will come into effect in October following the death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse in 2016.
Food Standards Agency (FSA) Chief Scientific Advisor, Robin May, discusses the newly published ‘Consumer perceptions of genome edited food’ report, ahead of DEFRA’s announcement of next steps for the regulation of genetic technologies.
The association hopes the expansion into Brussels will enable it to provide regulatory advice in both the UK and the EU for a newly regulated industry.
The Scottish food safety authority has published the report after a 2019 survey found dangerous pathogens present in some beef mince samples.
The Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has published its strategic goals for the next five years, which it says will focus on the issues that “matter most” to the Scottish people, including plans to tackle obesity.
A new law is set to come into force in Scotland later this year which will make allergen information on certain products compulsory.
The move to extend VP/MAP shelf life will not compromise food safety, states the FSA, and will mean less meat is thrown away in the UK.
Mark Willis, Head of Contaminants and Residues Branch, FSA, outlines some FAQs around the new regulated products process following the end of the Brexit transition period.
The FSS has released Covid inspection advice and warns businesses that action will be "stronger" for those without sufficient safety measures in place.
