Food Safety Authority of Ireland Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on October 9, 2017 - 10:36 GMT

Rodent Infestation and Dirty Premises Amongst Reasons for 10 Closure Orders Served in September

Monday, 9 October 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that ten Closure Orders were served on food businesses during the month of September for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998 and EC (Official …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on October 5, 2017 - 09:49 GMT

Joined Forces Work to Tackle Food Fraud and Protect Consumers

Thursday, 5 October 2017 A two day international conference to share information and explore challenges facing the safety, the integrity and the authenticity of the global food supply chain opened today in Dublin Castle. Over 300 delegates were in …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on September 19, 2017 - 17:37 GMT

FSAI Provides Food Donation Guidance to Charities and Businesses

Tuesday, 19 September 2017 In light of growing awareness of the need to reduce food waste and an increase in food donations to combat food poverty, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today published four new guidance documents for charities and …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on August 9, 2017 - 10:15 GMT

Nine Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in July

Wednesday, 9 August 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that nine Closure Orders were served on food businesses during the month of July for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998. The Enforcement …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on July 20, 2017 - 11:49 GMT

Selling or Advertising Food Online? New Guide Published

Thursday, 20 July 2017 Given the upward growth in food being sold and promoted online, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today published a new guide to assist food businesses comply with their legislative requirements in order to safeguard …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on July 4, 2017 - 11:49 GMT

Seven Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in June

Tuesday, 4 July 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that six Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served on food businesses during the month of June for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on June 28, 2017 - 10:58 GMT

FSAI Announces Consultation on Criteria for 5µg Vitamin D Only Supplements to be Listed as Suitable for Infants in Ireland

Wednesday, 28 June 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today announced that it is holding a public consultation on the criteria for 5µg Vitamin D only supplements to be listed as suitable for infants in Ireland. The online consultation will be …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on June 20, 2017 - 10:14 GMT

Food Innovation Conference Advises on Access to EU Market

Tuesday, 20 June 2017 A national conference to demystify the regulations to place innovative and new foods on the EU market was hosted today by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). Over 150 entrepreneurs, researchers and food businesses interested …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on June 8, 2017 - 12:00 GMT

Eight Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in May

Thursday, 8 June 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that seven Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served on food businesses during the month of May for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on May 9, 2017 - 11:28 GMT

Four Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in April

Tuesday, 9 May 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that two Closure Orders, one Prohibition Order and one Improvement Order were served on food businesses during the month of April for breaches of food safety legislation, …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on May 3, 2017 - 11:24 GMT

Many Food Businesses Are Not Providing Allergen Information to Consumers

Wednesday, 3 May 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today released the findings of an audit that shows an unacceptable level of non-compliance by food businesses when it comes to providing consumers with accurate written information on 14 …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on April 6, 2017 - 13:35 GMT

Seven Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in March

Thursday, 6 April 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that six Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served on food businesses during the month of March for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on March 9, 2017 - 03:48 GMT

Five Closure Orders Served on Food Businesses in February

Wednesday, 8 March 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that five Closure Orders were served on food businesses during the month of February for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998 and the EC ( …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on March 1, 2017 - 10:10 GMT

FSAI Issued a Total of 67 Food Alerts and Food Allergen Alerts in 2016

Wednesday, 1 March 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today published the number and breakdown of food alerts and food allergen alerts issued in 2016. Last year, 39 food alerts and 28 food allergen alerts were issued, as compared to 31 and 36 …

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Published on February 9, 2017 - 11:12 GMT

Five Closure Orders Served on Food Businesses in January

Thursday, 9 February 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that five Closure Orders were served on food businesses during the month of January for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998 and the EC ( …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on February 6, 2017 - 11:22 GMT

FSAI Advice Line Received 3,202 Food Complaints in 2016

Monday, 6 February 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland’s (FSAI) Advice Line received 3,202 complaints by consumers relating to food, food premises and food labelling in 2016. The figure represents a total increase of 17% on 2015 (when 2,739 were …

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Published on January 12, 2017 - 15:21 GMT

Free Small Food Business Start-Up Seminar, Dublin

Wednesday, 11 January 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) is holding a free ‘Small Food Business Start-Up Seminar’ in Dublin to assist those working in small food businesses or those who may be thinking of setting up a food business. The half …

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Published on January 9, 2017 - 13:18 GMT

106 Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in 2016

Monday, 9 January 2017 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today stated that 106 Enforcement Orders were served on food businesses for breaches in food safety legislation in 2016, equalling the same amount for 2015. The FSAI underlined the …

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Published on December 7, 2016 - 19:04 GMT

Four Enforcement Orders Served on Food Businesses in November

Wednesday, 7 December 2016 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today reported that four Enforcement Orders were served on food businesses during the month of November for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998 and the …

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Published on December 2, 2016 - 07:42 GMT

FSAI Collaborates with the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland to Improve Standards in Advertising of Food in Irish ...

Wednesday, 30 November 2016 The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI) have collaborated to introduce guidance aimed at ensuring consumers are not misled by the use of marketing terms on foods. …

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