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Lidl Northern Ireland recalls 1001 Delights Dubai Style Pistachio Ice Cream because of undeclared cashew (nuts)

Lidl Northern Ireland is recalling 1001 Delights Dubai Style Pistachio Ice Cream because it contains cashew (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label.

Allergy alert.

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Capri Sun UK recalls specific batches of Capri-Sun Orange 10 pack because they contain some cartons of Capri-Sun Zero which were filled with the full sugar variety

Capri Sun UK Limited is recalling specific batches of Capri-Sun Orange because some multipacks contain pouches incorrectly labelled as Capri-Sun Orange Zero.

Product recall.

News story

Concerns about food prices remain high in latest annual consumer tracking data

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published the end of year report from its monthly Consumer Insights Tracker (CIT), summarising key findings between April 2025 and March 2026 and longer-term trends.

Guidance

Food additives

Different food additives and advice on regulations and the safety of additives in food.

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Guidance

Safer food, better business (SFBB)

Food safety management procedures for small businesses in England and Wales.

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Guidance

Allergen guidance for food businesses

Guidance for food businesses on providing allergen information and best practice for handling allergens.

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We are responsible for food safety and food hygiene in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We are also responsible for labelling policy in Wales and Northern Ireland, and for nutrition policy in Northern Ireland.

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Professor Susan Jebb OBE, PhD, FRCP (Hon), FMedSci
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Food Standards Agency
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United Kingdom

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