The Food Standards Agency has launched a 12-week public consultation on proposals which would provide a 90% discount on regulatory charges for all the smallest abattoirs in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
A new report released today by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) identifies the innovative food technologies most likely to reach UK consumers within 10 years.
The FSA has found several Dubai-style chocolate products that do not meet the required food safety and labelling standards.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA), in partnership with Food Standards Scotland (FSS), has published the UK's first safety guidance for cell-cultivated products (CCPs).
Following an investigation by National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) part of the FSA (Food Standard Agency) and Redbridge Council, a man received a suspended sentence.
The Chief Scientific Advisor of the Food Standards Agency, Professor Robin May, is to step down after a five-year term. The move follows his appointment as Interim Chief Scientific Officer at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
FSA Chief Executive Katie Pettifer has affirmed the FSA’s commitment to working closely with the UK meat sector, highlighting the importance of a constructive relationship as it faces rising costs and global trade challenges
Following an investigation by Southwark Council and the Food Standard Agency’s National Food Crime Unit (NFCU), three men entered guilty pleas, and one man and his business entered not guilty pleas at proceedings at the Inner London Crown Court.
Following a comprehensive procurement process, and extensive engagement with industry and stakeholders, Eville and Jones and Hallmark Meat Hygiene have both been successful in their bids to supply vets and meat inspectors for the delivery of Official Controls in meat plants.
FSA Chief Executive Emily Miles gave evidence to the Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) yesterday (12 March 2024) setting out the urgent need to address the shortage of vets and, together with FSS, highlighting the need for action to significantly improve recruitment and retention of Official Veterinarians across the UK.
The UK’s two food regulators today published a draft review with a series of recommendations for the meat industry and the regulators themselves aimed at improving compliance and assurance in the meat processing industry.
Guidance on health and identification marks that must be applied to products of animal origin (POAO) such as meat, egg products, fish, cheese and milk.
Regulated Products Risk Assessment Unit Science, Evidence and Research Division, FSA Risk Assessment Team Science Division, FSS
Joint statement by the Partnership Working Group Sub-Group to facilitate the supply of Qurbani meat and offal to the Muslim community during Eid al-Adha 2025 in England and Wales.
Where you need to apply for approval of a food or meat establishment, either the FSA or your local authority depending on the type of your establishment and your location.
How to apply for approval by the Food Standards Agency, approval assessment and right of appeal.
Shaping a future regulatory framework for precision bred food and feed products.
How to apply for authorisation to carry out on farm slaughter of farmed game and poultry
Where you need to apply for approval of a food or meat establishment depending on the type of your establishment and your location.
We produce the National Enforcement Priorities (NEPs) for food and animal feed hygiene annually. These assist Local Authorities (LAs), DAERA (for Northern Ireland) and businesses in maintaining standards and safeguarding public health.
Guidance on use of alternative sanitation systems for the disinfection of cutting tools in slaughterhouses and game handling establishments.
The list of CBD food products on sale in England and Wales which have a credible application for authorisation with the FSA. We are advising that products not on the list should be removed from sale.
Legal requirements and standards for approved meat establishments.
Extraction solvents authorisation requirements and what you need to submit as part of your application.