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Lambertz recalls Lambertz Mini Spekulatius and Lambertz Christmas Tree Cookies because allergens are not declared in English on the label
Lambertz is recalling Lambertz Mini Spekulatius and Lambertz Christmas Tree Cookies because they contain allergens which are not declared in English on the label. The affected products were sold in Home Bargain stores.

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Unilever recalls Pot Noodle Piri Piri Chicken Flavour because of undeclared milk
Unilever is recalling Pot Noodle Piri Piri Chicken Flavour because it contains milk which is not declared on the label.

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Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland publish latest package of guidance to support innovative food businesses
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have today published a new package of supplementary guidance for businesses developing cell-cultivated products, the latest milestone in the Cell-Cultivated Products (CCP) Sandbox Programme.

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

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Safer food, better business (SFBB)
Food safety management procedures for small businesses in England and Wales.

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

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