Food Standards Scotland

Food Standards Scotland

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Protecting consumer interests when it comes to food safety and healthy eating. FSS is an independent public body working for consumers in Scotland.

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is the public sector food body for Scotland, established by the Food (Scotland) Act 2015. We are here to ensure that information and advice on food safety and standards, nutrition and labelling is independent, consistent, evidence-based and consumer-focused. On 1 April 2015 we took on the functions that had previously been carried out in Scotland by the Food Standards

28/05/2026

Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC) UK is recalling Arran Fine Foods Caramelised Red Onion Chutney because it may contain pieces of metal, making it unsafe to eat - https://bit.ly/3ROdbaQ

26/05/2026

We’re shining a spotlight on the importance of understanding food allergies.

Whether you’re cooking for someone with a food allergy or simply want to learn more, having the right information can make all the difference.

Explore our website for more information: https://bit.ly/4sIciO7

26/05/2026

Morrisons is recalling Morrisons Savers Cashews because the product may contain glass- https://bit.ly/431xIv1

22/05/2026

One Living recalls One Living Organic Raspberry & Pomegranate Kombucha because the bottle caps may pop off unexpectedly.

Access the full alert: https://bit.ly/4dDvdDR

22/05/2026

📢 We’re Hiring – Head of Field Operations

We’re looking for a Head of Field Operations (HOFO) to lead a high-impact national meat field operation and shape the future of Official Controls delivery across Scotland.

The Head of Field Operations provides operational leadership to approximately 100 field-based staff delivering meat Official Controls within Food Standards Scotland (FSS), as part of the Meat Operations branch in the Operational Delivery Division.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.

🔎 Find out more & apply: https://bit.ly/4aC6O1l
📅 Closing date: 1 June 2026

21/05/2026

📢 SCAF Webinar: What Do Scottish People Think About Food?

Our Principal Social Researcher, Dr Sue Bond, will be taking part in a Scottish Alliance for Food - SCAF webinar discussing the Food and You 2 survey, which measures consumers’ self-reported knowledge, attitudes and behaviours related to food safety and other food topics.

The webinar will cover the background and purpose of the survey in Scotland, highlight some key findings from the latest wave, which will be published in the forthcoming ‘Food and You 2 Survey Wave 11 Scotland Key Findings Report’, and explore the future of the survey in Scotland.

📅 Wednesday 24th June 2026, 10:30am
🔗 Register for free at: https://bit.ly/4upSr7T

18/05/2026

📢 Free allergen training for food businesses.

Our free online food allergen training courses offer detailed information and guidance on how to ensure the food you produce and serve to consumers is safe.

Access both training courses here: https://bit.ly/4f1WjXC

16/05/2026

ALLERGY ALERT: Filippo Berio UK is recalling Filippo Berio Hot Chilli Pesto because it contains fish which is not mentioned on the label.

For more information visit https://bit.ly/4nAzqNx

15/05/2026

It is important to be aware of how much salt you eat, as having too much can raise your blood pressure and increase the risk of other health problems.

Checking labels and choosing foods that are lower in salt is one of the simplest ways to cut down.

For more information and tips on reducing salt in your diet, visit our website at: https://bit.ly/3Qs3mig

06/05/2026

Daylesford Organic Ltd is recalling Daylesford Organic Minestrone Soup with Cannellini Beans, Pasta Shells and Olive Oil because it contains wheat (gluten), which is not emphasised on the label - https://bit.ly/4tW50Y7

30/04/2026

ASDA recalls Exceptional by ASDA Beer Battered Cod Fishcakes because it may contain pieces of plastic or metal.

Access the full alert: https://bit.ly/498mA2P

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