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When allergy labelling is incorrect, or if there is another food allergy risk, the food product has to be withdrawn or recalled to protect consumers.

The following have been withdrawn in the past 7 days:

Wednesday 18 June 2014 Blackfriars Bakery is withdrawing two varieties of flapjack because they may contain milk, which is not mentioned on the labels. This makes the products a possible health risk for anyone who is allergic or has an intolerance to milk or its constituents. Tesco Complete Chicken Caesar Salad withdrawn

Monday 16 June 2014 Tesco has withdrawn its...

Britons have seen a three percentage point rise in their disposable income over the last quarter, according to a new report out today. On average, people in the UK now have eight per cent of their take home salary left each month, up from five per cent since last quarter.

The findings come from the latest Disposable Income Index from ISA provider Scottish Friendly, which examines people’s attitude towards saving and investing. According to the report, the increase in disposable income has prompted a rise in the levels of saving with 60 per cent of people in the UK now choosing to...

The nation’s most talked about entertainment show today confirms its brand new judging panel with Spice Girl Melanie B becoming the fourth and final judge. As part of the biggest selling female group of all time and the cultural phenomenon, which was The Spice Girls, Mel B has notched up a stunning 80 million record sales worldwide, including nine UK No.1s. She also has five prestigious BRIT Awards to her name. Mel’s signing comes after she appeared as a guest judge on The X Factor in 2012, where she lived up to her scary nickname with her straight talking approach. Talking about joining...

The Home Office and The Association of Chief Police Officers are warning football supporters of harsh consequences if their World Cup celebrations turn sour.

From now until mid July, a poster and online advertising campaign will be used to communicate important messages about domestic violence to men aged 18 to 35.

All advertising will direct men to the Respect website and phone helpline for advice and support (0808 802 4040).

Posters will be displayed in male toilets in England and online adverts will be shown around football content during the World Cup 2014...