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Food Standards Scotland reminds people in Scotland of the importance of handwashing to prevent foodborne illness

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is highlighting the importance of essential, thorough handwashing to prevent food poisoning, after a new survey revealed less than a third (29%) of people always use soap or hand wash and water when they are at home.

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Food alert - UK

Greggs recalls frozen Steak Bakes (2 pack) because they may contain small pieces of plastic

Greggs recalls frozen Steak Bakes (2 pack) because they may contain small pieces of plastic

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Food alert - UK

Holland & Barrett recalls several of its products because of the possible presence of salmonella

Holland & Barrett recalls several of its products because of the possible presence of salmonella

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Allergy alert - UK

Holland & Barrett recalls Super Hair Food Supplement because of undeclared soya

Holland & Barrett recalls Super Hair Food Supplement because of undeclared soya

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Allergy alert - UK

Update: SPAR recalls Chicken and Prawn paella because of undeclared allergens

Update: SPAR recalls Chicken and Prawn paella because of undeclared allergens

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