A food factory worker has been accused of spitting in Nando's sauces and spiking tubs of hummus with metal ring pulls and rubber gloves.
The 38-year-old woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, worked at a factory in Kent that produces Nando's sauces and hummus. She is alleged to have contaminated the products on several occasions between January and March of this year, according to the Daily Mail.
The woman was arrested after a customer complained that they had found a metal ring pulled in a tub of hummus. The customer's complaint led to an investigation by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), which found evidence that the woman had tampered with the products.
The woman has been charged with two counts of contaminating food with intent to cause harm. She is due to appear in court next month.
Recall of Nando's Sauces and Hummus
The FSA has issued a recall of all Nando's sauces and hummus that were produced at the factory between January and March of this year. They advise consumers to throw away any of these products they may have in their homes.
The incident has raised concerns about food production safety in the UK. The FSA has said that it is taking the matter "extremely seriously" and will work with the factory to ensure that food safety standards are met.
Nando's has also said it is "deeply concerned" by the incident and is working with the FSA to investigate. The company has said it will provide customers with a full refund for any of the affected products.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of food safety. Consumers should always check the expiry dates on food products and be aware of the signs of food contamination. If you find anything suspicious about a food product, do not eat it and contact the FSA.
The Safety of Food Production in the UK
Food production safety in the UK is regulated by a number of organizations, including the FSA, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), and local authorities. These organizations work together to ensure that food produced in the UK is safe for human consumption.
The FSA is responsible for setting food safety standards and monitoring the food industry to ensure these standards are met.
HSE regulates health and safety in the workplace, including in food production facilities. Local authorities are responsible for enforcing food safety laws and investigating food poisoning outbreaks.
Food production businesses in the UK must comply with a number of food safety regulations. The UK has a good record of food safety. However, there have been several high-profile food poisoning outbreaks in recent years. These outbreaks have highlighted the importance of food safety and the need for businesses to comply with food safety regulations.
