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Further products recalled as a precautionary action following an outbreak of salmonella linked to some Kinder products

As a result of the continuing investigation into the outbreak, Ferrero has extended its precautionary recall to cover all products produced in its factory in Arlon, Belgium, listed in the PRIN.

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Ongoing Listeria outbreak linked to smoked fish

The UKHSA, Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland are investigating an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes linked to smoked fish.

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Food Standards Scotland’s new Chair officially in post

From today (Monday 4 April), Food Standards Scotland (FSS) welcomes Heather Kelman as the organisation’s new Chair.

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FSA and FSS issue precautionary advice to consumers not to eat certain Kinder products linked to a salmonella outbreak

Following a precautionary product recall, consumers are being advised to take action if they have purchased a certain Kinder product linked to an outbreak of salmonella.

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FSS issues advice to consumers over counterfeit Wonka Bars

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is warning members of the public to be on the lookout for, and not to buy or eat, counterfeit ‘Wonka Bars’, which are being sold in shops and online across the country.

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