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The 14 Major Allergens and Food Safety

UK Legislation sets out the guidelines and rules on allergen labelling and managing food preparations around allergens in the United Kingdom. Our article on allergen guidelines for food businesses breaks down the requirements.  Food businesses in the UK must legally inform consumers about the 14 major allergens in pre-packaged and non-prepackaged food and drink. These

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History of the Food Standards Agency & Food Safety in the UK

In recent years we’ve seen those with allergen issues have an increased voice in Britain, helping to reshape current food safety laws. Food businesses have far greater allergen awareness than ever before. Food Safety requirements have seen some of the biggest shake-ups in recent years in part due to the tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse,

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A Comprehensive Guide to Food Labelling

When releasing a food product, there’s much to consider when developing the packaging and labelling. Packaging should ideally provide all the information shoppers need to make an informed decision about their purchases while also providing businesses the opportunity to provide proof of the food’s quality. To ensure relevant information is available on the packaging, various

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Consequences of Businesses not following Allergen Rules

The Serious Consequences of Allergen Non-Compliance In today’s food industry, failing to follow allergen regulations can lead to costly consequences for businesses, including severe financial penalties, brand damage, and, most importantly, risking consumer safety. Compliance with allergen regulations, such as the UK’s Natasha’s Law, is not just a legal requirement but a responsibility to protect

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