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6 hours ago
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'Do not eat': Products sold at Lidl, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and more recalled
Products sold at Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, Iceland and other UK supermarkets have been recalled with 'do not eat' warnings issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA). Recalls have been issued on products for a variety of reasons, including metal being found in a a breakfast food that may contain insects, and a popular brand of pies having incorrect use-by dates on the label. We have rounded up the ongoing product recalls you should be aware of. If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these potential health risks. A range of Pieminister Kitchens pies have been recalled because they have been labelled with incorrect use-by dates which may make them unsafe to eat. The affected pies have been labelled with a use-by date of June 24, 2026, instead of a use-by date of June 24, 2025. These are the pies being recalled by Pieminister: Pieminister Moo – British Beef Steak and Craft Ale Pie Pieminister Moo & Blue – British Beef Steak and Stilton Pie Pieminister Kate & Sidney – British Beef Steak, Kidney and Craft Ale Pie Pieminister Deer & Beer – Venison, Milk Stout, Mushroom and Thyme Pie Pieminister Free Ranger – Free Range British Chicken and Ham Pie with Leek Pieminister Fungi Chicken – Free Range British Chicken, Portobello and Chestnut Mushroom Pieminister Wild Shroom – Portobello and Chestnut Mushroom Pie Pieminister Mooless Moo – Jackfruit, Craft Ale and Black Pepper Pie Pieminister – Goat's Cheese and Sweet Potato Filo Pie Pieminister – Spinach and Feta Filo Pie Friday 13 June 2025 - @pieminister Kitchens recalls various Pieminister pies because of incorrect use-by dates: — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) June 13, 2025 A Pieminister spokesman said: 'The fresh pies, made in our Bristol bakery on one day this week, were labelled with an incorrect use-by date on the boxes. 'Pieminister Kitchens would like to reassure our customers that these pies have been produced to the same exacting standards of food safety and quality that you expect from us, and they are completely safe to eat until June 24, 2025. 'However, if you would prefer to return any pies incorrectly labelled, please contact Pieminister customer service for a full refund. You can reach us by email at hello@ or by phone on 0117 942 3300. 'Pieminister Kitchens apologise for any inconvenience this technical issue may cause our customers and assure them that we take this matter very seriously. 'We are working closely with our technical teams and have implemented additional measures to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future. 'No other Pieminister products, or batches of these products, are affected.' The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is warning parents not to let children under the age of 7 drink iced slushie drinks this summer if they contain glycerol. An FSA board meeting this week endorsed the advice and called for clear communication to parents and carers to help manage glycerol intake in young children. The FSA said: 'Slush ice drinks can contain glycerol as a substitute for sugar to prevent them from freezing solid. 'Consumed at high levels, glycerol can cause very low blood sugar levels and unconsciousness in young children. The FSA Board meeting begins today at 9am in Birmingham. Here's the agenda and meeting papers for today's meeting: Here's where you can watch it live: 1/2 — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) June 18, 2025 'Businesses are advised to only add glycerol at the minimum quantity technically necessary to achieve the slush effect. 'While glycerol is found in some other foods, it is added at much lower quantities than in slush ice drinks.' Lidl is recalling one of its products because it may contain pieces of metal. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned anyone who has purchased the recalled item not to eat it. The recall affects Lidl's Harvest Basket Hash Browns. The impacts hash browns come in packs of 750g, have a best before date of May 24, 2027, and a batch code of 5144L. Thursday 12 June: @LidlGB recalls Harvest Basket Hash Browns because they may contain pieces of metal #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) June 12, 2025 An FSA spokesman said: 'Lidl GB is recalling the above product. A point of sale notice will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. 'This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. 'If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. 'Instead, return it to your nearest store for a full refund. For further information contact customer care on or 0203 966 5566.' Asda, Matalan and Amazon recalls as shoppers told 'stop using them immediately' FSA issues 'do not eat' warning over chocolate that may be a 'food safety risk' 'Do not eat' warning issued as 'unsafe to eat' sweets recalled A Lidl spokesman added: 'If you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it. 'Customers are asked to return this product to the nearest store where a full refund will be given. 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' Shoppers who purchased some Dubai-style chocolate products have been warned the food may not meet Food Standards Agency (FSA) standards. Some of the imported Dubai-style products could pose a risk to consumers with allergies, the food safety watchdog warned. Those with food allergies should be careful when buying the popular chocolate as some imported products may not be intended for sale in the UK and could lack a full ingredients list or allergen labelling, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said. The watchdog said it had identified a number of products that posed a health risk to consumers with allergies. Some of these products may also contain additives and colours which are not allowed on the UK market, it added. The FSA said it was surveying and sampling the products to work out the scale of the issue, and working with allergy charities in the meantime to raise awareness of the risk with consumers. It said that 'most' Dubai-style chocolate available in UK shops was safe. The FSA said: 'If in doubt, don't buy it and report any concerns to your local authority.' By law, labels must list all ingredients and clearly highlight any of the 14 regulated allergens. The FSA advised consumers to look out for labelling details to check whether a product is intended for sale here. By law, products made to UK standards should have labels in English containing the name of the food – for example, milk chocolate with pistachio paste filling – a list of ingredients with allergens emphasised, the weight of the food in grams and a best before or use by date. Labels must also include the name and address of the UK or EU business responsible for the product information. If the food is not from the UK or EU, the name and address of the importer must be included. Multiple Jolly Rancher sweets sold in the UK have been recalled as they contain products that make them 'unsafe to eat' and they do not comply with UK laws, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned. Four Jolly Rancher products have been recalled, as the FSA has told anyone who has bought them not to eat them. The affected products are the Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Jolly Rancher 'Misfits' Gummies, Jolly Rancher Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and the Jolly Rancher Berry Gummies. The recall covers all pack sizes, batch codes, and best before dates of the sweets listed above. They contain Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons, (MOAH), and Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons, (MOSH), making them unsafe to eat. Wednesday 11 June 2025. Food Alert "For Action": To Consumers who have purchased and Food Businesses who have purchased and sold Jolly Rancher products manufactured by The Hershey Company #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) June 11, 2025 The FSA said: 'For consumers, don't buy them, and if you've eaten these products, there should be no immediate cause for concern, as food safety risk is low, but don't eat any more. 'These products contain mineral oil, which isn't allowed in food in the UK and may pose a food safety risk if consumed regularly over a sustained period of time.' The FSA said that the Hershey Company, who produces Jolly Rancher sweets, had been working collaboratively to remove unsafe products from the UK markets. It added that while the parent company had decided to stop supplying the UK market in 2024 some businesses still continued to import the products for sale in the UK. An FSA spokesman said: 'Although the levels consumers are exposed to are likely to be low, they may present a risk to health because they contain Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons, (MOAH), and Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons, (MOSH). 'Consumption of the affected sweets is of toxicological concern, especially in younger age groups and where consumers eat a lot of the products or eat them regularly. 'MOAH can cause damage to DNA and has the potential to increase the risk of cancer, particularly if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period of time. MOAH is a genotoxic carcinogen, therefore no exposure is without risk to human health. 'We are asking enforcement authorities to make immediate contact with businesses who may have been supplied with or received the affected products, and to take action to ensure that the non-compliant and potentially unsafe products are withdrawn from the market and where sold at retail, recalled. 'We are also asking the Local Authorities to inform the FSA of product recall and withdrawal actions. 'If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, dispose of them at home. 'If you are concerned, notify your Trading Standards department or environmental health department in the local authority you purchased it.' Popular chocolate bars sold at a number of UK supermarkets have been recalled as they may contain 'small stones'. Tony's Chocolonely is recalling certain batches of two of its chocolate products because of the 'potential presence of foreign objects'. The chocolate bars which may contain the small stones are the Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar 180g and the Everything Bar 180g. Only certain product codes of the chocolate are being recalled. (Image: Tony's Chocolonely) These are the Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar codes and best before dates affected: 162633 with a best before date of February 28, 2026 162614 with a best before date of February 28, 2026 163061 with a best before date of April 2, 2026 These are the Everything Bar codes and best before dates affected: 4331 with a best before date of November 26, 2025 4332 with a best before date of November 27, 2025 4333 with a best before date of November 28, 2025 A spokesman for Tony's Chocolonely UK said: 'We are extremely sorry to have to issue this recall, and for the inconvenience that this will cause people who purchased these products. 'Whilst the probability of a product being affected is low, we always put the safety and satisfaction of our consumers first and that is why we have made the decision to recall these products. 'We apologise to consumers and our partners for the impact this will have. 'This recall only affects these specific products and lot codes. All other Tony's Chocolonely products remain safe to consume and are not impacted. 'Do you have a bar with the impacted lot number(s)? Please don't eat the chocolate. Instead, we kindly ask you that you return the product to the store where you bought it for a refund or replacement.' Tesco has recalled one of its products from supermarket shelves across the UK because they may pose a health risk to customers. The supermarket giant has recalled one of its Tesco Free From Meal Kits because they contain undeclared soya. The presence of soya, not mentioned on the label, makes them a potential health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya. The affected products are the Tesco Free From Katsu Curry Meal Kit, affecting all products with a best before date up to and including December 12. Tony's Chocolonely recall as chocolate may contain stones 'Do not eat': Products sold at Tesco, Asda, Iceland and more recalled 'Stop using it immediately': Asda apology to customers as product recalled A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: 'Tesco is recalling the above products from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. 'The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. 'These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. 'If you have bought the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to any Tesco store for a full refund. For more information contact Tesco Customer Services on 0800 505 555.' Iceland has issued a 'do not eat' warning to its customers over a product that may contain pieces of plastic. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland Vegetable Lasagne because of the risk of plastic in the dish, making it unsafe to eat. The affected products have best before dates of July 23, 2026, and July 30, 2026. A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency also told anyone who has purchased the dish not to eat it. Wednesday 19 March. Iceland Foods Ltd recalls Iceland Vegetable Lasagne because it may contain pieces of plastic #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) March 19, 2025 They said: 'Iceland Foods Ltd is recalling the above product. The company has issued a recall notice to its customers. 'These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. 'If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information, please call 0800 328 0800.' An Iceland spokesman added: 'We are taking the precautionary measure of recalling the dates codes of the above product because it may contain hard pieces of plastic making it unsafe to eat. 'Only the best before date codes listed in this notice are affected. 'If you have purchased any of the above product, DO NOT eat it.' A popular breakfast choice sold at Tesco, Ocado, Amazon and other outlets has been recalled because it may contain insects. Rude Health Foods Ltd is recalling its Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola because of the possible presence of insects. The affected product is the 400g box of granola with a best before date of October 24. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned anyone who has purchased the granola not to eat it but return it to wherever they bought it for a full refund. Thursday 20 March - @rudehealth recalls Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola because of the possible presence of insects #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) March 20, 2025 A spokesman said: 'The product listed above might contain insects, which may make them unsafe to eat. 'Rude Health Foods Ltd is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. 'These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. 'If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your local store for a refund. For further information, please contact Rude Health Foods Ltd at hello@ Iceland 'do not eat' warning as product may contain 'hard pieces of plastic' Holiday warning as mosquito bite leaves student paralysed for a month AA issues roundabout warning to drivers as millions risk fine for common mistake A Rude Health Foods spokesman added: 'No other batches of the chocolate crunch granola or other Rude Health products are affected by this recall. 'If you have bought the above product we advise you do not consumer it. 'We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused to our customers.' If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product). The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food. In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific actions to be taken on behalf of consumers.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
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- Yahoo
UK alt-milk maker Mighty Drinks goes into administration
UK-based alternative milks brand Mighty Drinks has appointed administrators for the business after facing recent "headwinds". The oat and pea milks producer appointed James Clark and Howard Smith from Interpath as joint administrators, a statement from the financial advisory group said yesterday (17 June). Mighty Drinks produces a range of pea protein and oat milk products which are sold across the country in major retailers such as Sainsbury's, Asda and Tesco. In the statement, Tom Swiers, food and drink sector lead at Interpath, said: 'There has been an increasing focus on profitability within all aspects of the 'alt' category, following the investment boom of a few years ago. "It is no longer simply a case of, 'growth as number one priority'". Interpath said Mighty Drinks had seen "headwinds in recent years", such as increasing costs and "fragile consumer confidence", which has affected its ability to scale and reach profitability. While the company's directors intended to look into investment options, "but when it became clear that a solvent outcome was not possible, they took steps to file for the appointment of administrators". Swiers added: 'The Mighty team has created a great product, with an exciting kids-milk range set to launch with retailers given the allergen free benefits of pea-protein, and a path to profitability from improved margins and increased volumes. "Unfortunately, however, this has come at a point in the company's cycle where it required further investment which was not forthcoming from typical investors in this space, nor was it attractive to typical 'special situations' investors given the relatively early stage of the company's development.' Companies House filings for Watkins Drinks Limited, which trades as Mighty Drinks, showed the group had racked up £12.1m in losses in 2023, a roughly £4m deeper loss than it booked the previous year. Managing director at Interpath and joint administrator for Mighty Drinks James Clark said Interpath would look into "the options available" for the company with its stakeholders. Potential avenues being explored include "seeking offers for the business and its assets, including the Mighty brand and related intellectual property", he added. Just Food has contacted Mighty Drinks for comment. Plant-based milk has become an increasingly competitive space in UK grocery retail, and has resulted in some companies pulling brands. In January, Arla Foods announced its intention to remove its Jörd alternative milks brand from UK retailers. The brand had been launched in 2020 and was the company's first move in plant-based milk alternatives. Two years ago, Nestlé also announced it was pulling its Wunda alt-dairy brands from UK and Ireland retail, alongside its meat-free Garden Gourmet range. Despite a slowing momentum for the plant-based milk category in the UK, in Novemeber, Oddlygood, owned by Finnish dairy company Valio, announced it had acquired UK rival Rude Health. At the time, the group said the move intended to bolster its market share in plant-based drinks in the UK. "UK alt-milk maker Mighty Drinks goes into administration" was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Sun
a day ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Shoppers in frenzy over £18 Sainsbury's summer dress that's flattering, heatwave-friendly and guarantees compliments
SHOPPERS are in a frenzy after spotting a "really pretty" summer dress in Sainsbury's - and hailed it their frock of the season. Tu Clothing is the supermarket's in-house fashion label and is beloved by fashion fans for its stylish buys at affordable prices. So if you want to look chic on a budget as well as feeling comfortable in the warmer weather, this bargain frock is the buy for you. Shoppers have insisted the blue and white daisy-print Sainsbury's dress is "so comfortable to wear in the heat" thanks to its lightweight material and flowy design. And the timing couldn't be better to snap it up, with temperatures set to hit highs of 33C across the UK, and 27C in Scotland. The Gingham Daisy Midaxi Tea Dress comes in sizes six to 24. Describing it on the website, the Tu Clothing team say: "Introduce beautiful florals to your wardrobe with our blue gingham tea dress. "Cut to a flattering midi length, this dress has been designed with a pretty daisy pattern throughout. "It's finished with short elasticated sleeves, button fastening and a thin waist belt." The £26 frock is currently on sale for just £18.20, so it's the perfect time to pick it up for your summer wardrobe. But it's completely sold out online, so you'll need to be quick to nab it in your nearest store. And it has already racked up five-star reviews from delighted fashion fans. Tesco fans are set to love the latest items in stores for 25 per cent off when you use clubcard One said: "Really pretty, lovely fit, size 14, calf length, I'm 5'8, so will be longer if you're shorter, it's polyester but feels more like viscose/cotton, so comfortable to wear in heat." "Lovely dress true to size. Fabric is very easy to wash and only needs quick iron", chimed in a second. A third gushed: "This is my new season summer dress. As soon as I saw this I wanted to try it on. I had to travel to another store to find my size. "I would say it comes up a little big, but as it's for summer I did not want a tight fit. "It hangs well and the split at the front is flattering and not too high. I wore it the next day and got lots of compliments." "Looking forward to summer to wear the dress", revealed a fourth. A fifth added: "I bought this dress ready for spring and summer. It's so fresh looking and summery and it just fits so well." Meanwhile, a sixth wrote: "This dress is gorgeous and very flattering, I bought it as i had a similar one many many years ago and I literally wore it out. "Seeing this today I grabbed it and the same dress in the green which is also gorgeous. Buttons are fidly but once it's on, done and you only need to use the first 4 buttons really at the top. "I'm going to keep my eyes open for more colours it's that amazing." Is supermarket fashion the new high street? DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in: The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family. Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street. Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year. So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful? Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative. A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year. Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Why was I asked for ID to buy a Euromillions lottery ticket and what is the minimum age?
I wanted to buy a lottery ticket before the EuroMillions draw last Tuesday so I went to my nearest Sainsbury's. When I asked to purchase two lucky dip lines, the cashier asked me if I had ID to show. I didn't as I left the house in a rush before the 7:30pm cut off and I'm 28 so it didn't cross my mind. I thought the minimum age was 16 which I am clearly over. I'm sure they were just doing their job but do you really need ID to purchase a lottery ticket? I was able to buy one in the corner shop next door without any issue. Prove your age: You must be at least 18 years old to buy a lottery ticket. Shops will ask you for ID if they think you look too young to buy one Helen Kirrane of This is Money replies: You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a National Lottery ticket. The rules around this changed on 1 October 2021 when the National Lotteries Act 1993 increased the minimum age for sale of National Lottery tickets to 18 years. Previously the minimum age was 16. But you must be a youthful looking 28 year-old, as shops can ask you to show your ID if they think you look under the age of 25. This is also the case when purchasing alcohol for example. It is part of the 'Challenge 25' policy which retailers have in place to stop people buying items which have a legal age requirement. This would also have been the case had you tried to buy your lottery ticket online or on the app, as it carries out age checks when you register for an account. A Sainsbury's spokesman replied: 'Customers must be at least 18 years old to purchase a lottery ticket and as a responsible retailer we operate a Think 25 policy.' A Spokesman from Allwyn, which runs the National Lottery Fund replied: In store, our 43,500 National Lottery retail partners are advised to 'Challenge 25' – a scheme where they're trained to challenge every potential National Lottery customer who looks under the age of 25. So, if you're lucky enough to look younger than that, make sure you bring your ID along. Online, players must be registered to buy a ticket on the National Lottery website or app. When first registering for an online account, they must complete a thorough sign-up process – as well as pass an identity and age verification check by Experian – before the account can be opened.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Heinz launches ‘game-changing' new ketchup that's ‘better than the real thing' – and it's already hit UK shelves
SAUCE giant Heinz has unveiled a new ketchup which some customers have claimed is "better than the original". The "game-changing" condiment has 35 per cent more tomatoes, a "DRASTICALLY" different colour, and even boasts several health benefits. Heinz 's Tomato Ketchup Zero has sent sauce fans into an online frenzy - with many claiming the new sauce has a better taste. The new Zero ketchup no added sugar and salt, unlike its original counterpart. According to the beloved sauce brand, 9 in 10 customers said "it delivers the great quality you'd expect from Heinz", and tastes better than "other 'Zero' products". Bewildered shoppers poured out on social media, with many shocked at the new launch. One user said: "IS THAT ZERO CAL KETCHUP?" Another chimed in: "IS THAT KETCHUP ZERO I'VE NEVER SEEN ONE WHAT IS THAT?" While a third user said: "It's DRASTICALLY different in colour than ketchup I have what the hell." Heinz also said that the release meets consumer trends, as "50,000 Brits say their top food priority is healthier choices with less sugar and salt". This nationwide launch is available now in Sainsbury's across the UK, and from July in all major retailers. Each bottle costs £3.39. KitKat and ketchup viral trend has die-hard fans feeling 'sick'- but some are more disgusted by how they're eating it On the Sainsbury's website, where the bottles are being exclusively sold right now, users poured positive reviews onto new ketchup's page. One satisfied customer said: "Great flavour, the perfect blend of sweetness mixed with the acidity of the tomato! "Nice smooth consistency, a little goes a long way!" Meanwhile, another said: "Tastes just like the regular product. Looks just like the regular product. Highly recommended." A third chimed in with their opinion, saying: "This, whilst less sweet (and considerably so), had a more tomato flavour & just seemed more balanced all round. "Great on chips too." Head of Innovation for Tomato Ketchup in Europe, Alexandra Bayet, said: "Consumers expect 'Zero' products to fall flat on flavour – because 'Zero' often means 'less'. 'We wanted to turn that on its head and create a ketchup that's all about more of what you love, even with fewer ingredients. The head added: "Developed using our 150-year sauce know-how, taste expertise and containing 35% more sun-ripened tomatoes, grown especially for Heinz, our new Heinz Zero Added Sugar & Salt Tomato Ketchup, delivers a bold, satisfying taste that lives up to the standard set by our iconic original. "So, whether you're choosing Zero or Classic, you can be confident it will taste like Heinz." 3 3
