Overview

• Co-op has recalled its 4 Mini Pork & Pickle Pies (200 g) with use-by dates of August 13, 14 and 16 due to undeclared milk posing a risk of life-threatening allergic reactions.
• The Food Standards Agency warned anyone with a milk allergy or intolerance not to eat the product and to monitor FSA allergen alerts for updates.
• Co-op has deployed point-of-sale notices, notified relevant allergy support organisations and set up a dedicated careline for customer inquiries and refunds.
• Milk is one of the UK’s 14 major allergens and even trace amounts can trigger severe anaphylaxis, with past child fatalities demonstrating the stakes.
• Allergy charities and regulators are pressing for stricter labelling rules and staff training as undeclared-milk recalls continue to affect UK food products.