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Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Asda, Tesco and Primark issue urgent recalls | UK | News

Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Asda, Tesco and Primark issue urgent recalls | UK | News

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Several of the UK’s largest supermarkets have issued urgent food and product recall notices this week. Customers have been warned against consuming or using specific items. Certain products carry a risk of food poisoning, while others present a broader health hazard to shoppers. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has urged anyone in possession of the affected items to refrain from eating them and instead seek a full refund. Meanwhile, the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has cautioned shoppers to discontinue use of particular items due to potential risks. Here is a full round-up of every affected product this week… Primark The high street fashion store has recalled a purse as it could pose a health risk. The 101 Dalmatians Zip Purse, part of its Disney collection, has been found to contain phthalates at levels above permitted limits. The OPSS said: “This may cause harm to health and the environment.” The product was sold in UK stores between March and June 2026. Primark said: “We’ve learned the product does not meet our usual high …

Urgent recall as kids item sold in Asda creates ‘high choking risk’ | UK | News

Urgent recall as kids item sold in Asda creates ‘high choking risk’ | UK | News

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Asda has urged shoppers to return a children’s toy because it presents a choking hazard. The urgent recall applies to the Hapello Power Train, because it contains “easily-detachable small parts” that could be a danger to young children. The retailer found that, in some cases, an orange steam dome at the top of the train may easily detach. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued the recall because this part poses a “choking risk to young children”, particularly to infants under 36 months, “who have a natural tendency to explore objects by placing them in their mouths”. If you have purchased the Hapello Power Train, Asda has asked customers to bring it back to their nearest store to get a full refund. They do not need to present a receipt. Customers have also been advised to stop using the product immediately and to keep it out of the reach of young children. The grocer added: “We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused. If you would like any further information, please contact: Asda Customer …

Asda announces major trolley change at all 1,100 UK stores – starts in October | UK | News

Asda announces major trolley change at all 1,100 UK stores – starts in October | UK | News

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Asda has announced it will make changes at its 1,100 stores across the UK. The supermarket giant is overhauling its cleaning across all stores nationwide as it plans to outsource all its in-store cleaning operations to two external companies, affecting 3,500 workers who will switch employers. Asda said no redundancies are planned ahead of the changes, which will bring cleaner toilets, steam-cleaned trolleys and baskets, and more cleaning robots. Bidvest will take responsibility for stores across northern England and Scotland, while NIC Services will cover southern England. All affected employees are expected to be offered a transfer to one of the two companies under TUPE regulations (Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment). David Lepley, chief operating officer at Asda, said: “Our ambition is to deliver the cleanest stores in retail. We continue to review and invest in ways to enhance the customer experience, partnering with industry leaders to deliver the best solutions. “This latest investment is another important step in our mission to raise the bar for customers. Having taken the time to learn from …

Morrisons, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Tesco law change hits supermarkets | Personal Finance | Finance

Morrisons, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Tesco law change hits supermarkets | Personal Finance | Finance

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A law change governing supermarket price labels is now in force (Image: Getty) Morrisons, Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons as well as Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and all other major supermarkets will be made to follow a law change that was introduced in April. Every major supermarket must comply with new retail rules from the government which dictate how items must be labelled on shelves under Price Marking Order reforms. The law change governs the way items’ prices are displayed, with a particular focus on making it easier for customers to compare two or more products and work out which is the cheapest. This is because the lowest price is not always the cheapest, as items can have different pack sizes, different weights or different item amount volumes and in recent years, manufacturers have increasingly turned to cutting item sizes or volumes down while keeping the price the same (or even raising it) in a practice which has come to be called “shrinkflation”. Last year, The Express reported how Asda was selling items in contravention of the legislation …

Tesco makes major egg change across all stores – follows Asda and Lidl | UK | News

Tesco makes major egg change across all stores – follows Asda and Lidl | UK | News

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Tesco has revealed that it has completed a switch that it announced years ago. The supermarket, which is the largest in the UK, has completed its changeover to cage-free eggs, following in the footsteps of Asda and Lidl. Tesco recently released its Sustainability Report for 2026, revealing that it has made the change across both its UK and Irish supply chains. It had made the pledge back in 2016, originally promising to stop selling cage eggs by 2025. A Tesco spokesperson told The Grocer: “Animal welfare is extremely important to us, and we’re committed to continually raising standards while supporting Britain’s poultry farmers. Alongside meeting our cage-free commitment across own-brand eggs in the UK, all of our fresh chicken is British and we continue to work closely with UK farmers to ensure it meets higher welfare requirements.” They added: “This includes exceeding government standards by providing birds with 20% more space than the industry norm.” “Our approach not only strengthens British agriculture but also helps drive improvements in welfare across the wider poultry sector, ensuring …

Cheapest supermarket in UK named – and it’s £2.50 cheaper than nearest rival

Cheapest supermarket in UK named – and it’s £2.50 cheaper than nearest rival

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The cheapest supermarket in the UK has been named – and it’s almost £2.50 cheaper than Lidl. A basket of 96 items at Aldi cost £172.77 in April, according to a report by Which?, making it the most affordable for the month. Every month, Which? will compare thousands of prices at eight of the UK’s major supermarkets – Aldi, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons, Ocado, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Waitrose – to reveal the cheapest supermarket to buy your food, drink and household essentials. Aldi often takes the crown, closely followed by Lidl. In April, Aldi took the cheapest supermarket title in April, with a list of 96 items costing shoppers an average of £172.77. READ MORE Foreign Office places country on ‘do not travel’ list as UK tourists face ‘kidnap’ Lidl with its Lidl Plus prices took second place, with an average price of £175.20 for the same items – £2.43 more than Aldi. Without loyalty prices, Lidl came third with an average cost of £175.29. Asda came in fourth place in the monthly analysis, with an …

Urgent recall issued for popular burger sold by Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose | UK | News

Urgent recall issued for popular burger sold by Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose | UK | News

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A popular beanburger stocked by major UK supermarkets has been recalled over fears it may be contaminated with plastic. The burger has 4.5 stars on Google and is widely available across leading UK supermarkets including Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, and Ocado. The product which is meant to be frozen contains red kidney beans, cannellini beans and haricot beans with carrots, sweetcorn and peppers all coated in a crispy breadcrumb. But the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued an alert, warning consumers that the product is unsafe to eat. The FSA’s risk statement reads: “This product may contain pieces of plastic, which makes the product unsafe to eat.” The recall applies to Goodlife Spicy Bean Burger packs (454g), with batch codes L6030 and L6031, and a use-by date of July 28 2027. The batch code and use-by date can be found on the end of the product boх. Point-of-sale notices are being displayed in stores to inform customers about the issue and explain the steps to take. Customers can also contact Goodlife directly via its customer …