UK Salmonella outbreak appears to be easing
More than 500 people have fallen sick and two have died
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50 more people sick in UK Salmonella outbreak; total count tops 500
Infections are associated with eating imported eggs at small cafés, restaurants, and takeaways.
Man arrested as part of investigation into frozen food firm
More than 30 tons of products have been seized as an investigation into a company selling frozen food with suspected fraudulent labels continues. The Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) National Food Crime Unit operation led to the arrest of one man. He was later released under investigation and enquiries
Food fraud costs UK up to £2 billion per year
The cost of food fraud in the United Kingdom could be as much as £2 billion ($2.7 billion) per year, according to researchers. Research from the University of Portsmouth estimates that food fraud costs the UK economy between £400 million ($540 million) and £2 billion
Four arrested in operation targeting illegal meat sales
Four men have been arrested in connection with an investigation into illegal meat in England. An operation by Dudley Council and the National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) resulted in the arrests and disposal of more than four tons of meat.
Scientists highlight food safety angle of dumpster diving
Scientists have emphasized the need to consider food safety and foodborne illness concerns related to dumpster diving behaviors. Dumpster diving is the practice of sourcing discarded food from supermarket or restaurant trash bins. A total of 4.7 percent of adults in the United Kingdom said they had started
FSA warns of growing complexity as incidents pass 2,000
Global supply chains and online marketplaces are adding to incident complexity, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA). FSA was notified of 2,073 food and feed safety incidents in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales during 2025-2026; this is an increase of 14 percent from 1,825 in
FSA survey reveals authenticity and allergen problems
Key findings include glycerol levels in slushies and meat substitution