Retailers recall 15 products over Salmonella, asbestos and chemical hazards

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Fifteen products have been recalled by major retailers over health hazards including Salmonella contamination, asbestos and toxic chemicals.

Fifteen products have been pulled from sale by supermarkets and high street chains this week following identification of various health hazards. Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Primark, Asda and Home Bargains have all issued recall notices in coordination with the Food Standards Agency and the Office for Product Safety and Standards. Customers have been urged to check cupboards, wardrobes and play areas and to stop using or eating the affected goods immediately.

Three Marks & Spencer products and two Pinch ready meals sold at Tesco have been recalled after manufacturer Greencore identified Salmonella contamination in pistachio nuts used in the items. The Food Standards Agency confirmed that urgent recall notices have been displayed in stores nationwide. Symptoms caused by Salmonella include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. Anyone who becomes infected is advised to stay away from work, school or nursery for at least 48 hours after symptoms clear.

Marks & Spencer said customers in possession of the affected products can return them to their nearest store for a full refund. The retailer stated that 'only the displayed date codes are impacted' and that 'no other M&S products are affected'. Customers can contact M&S customer services on 03330148555 for further details.

Primark has also issued a recall for two Halloween decorations over asbestos contamination. Shoppers have been warned to wear gloves and masks when handling these items. The wider recall also covers hazards including toxic chemicals and child entrapment risks affecting products from other major retailers.

Retailers recall 15 products over Salmonella, asbestos and chemical hazards — Image: NW Evening Mail

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In this story: Marks & Spencer · Tesco · Primark · Asda · Home Bargains · Greencore · Food Standards Agency · Office for Product Safety and Standards

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