M&S Recalls M&S Food Truffle Gouda
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M&S is recalling M&S Food Truffle Gouda due to the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes.
What this FSA food alert tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FSA on August 2, 2026 and geographically references Northern Ireland. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Food Alerts - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
M&S is recalling M&S Food Truffle Gouda due to the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes.
Which Products Are Affected
- Product: M&S Food Truffle Gouda
- Reporting business: M&S
- Affected region: Northern Ireland
What You Should Do
Consumers should refer to the official alert for further guidance.
Why This Matters
Listeria Monocytogenes contamination poses a serious food safety risk.
Source
FSA Food Alert FSA-PRIN-33-2026: https://alerts.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-33-2026
Original source: FSA Official Notice ↗
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