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Sainsbury's recalls batch of own-brand Strawberry Pencils
Sainsbury's has recalled a batch of its own-brand confectionery product Strawberry Pencils, because pieces of metal have been found in it.

Agency appoints new veterinary director
Liz Redmond has been appointed as the Agency's new Veterinary Director. She will join the Agency in December from her current post as Director of Animal Health and Welfare Policy at the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) in Northern Ireland.

Countdown to science festival
The countdown to the BA science festival has begun and tickets are being snapped up for the chance to find out all you ever wanted to know about food, as the Agency takes part in the festival for the first time. As well as attending the event, you can also join in through our live webcast of our session on Dispelling the Myths about science and food.

Agency warning about drinking Zam Zam water
As Muslims observe Ramadan, the Agency is reminding consumers to avoid drinking Zam Zam water of uncertain origin, as it may contain high levels of arsenic.

Waitrose recalls pickled shallots
Waitrose has recalled some of its Pickled Shallots (454g), because pieces of glass have been found in the product. The Agency has issued a Food Alert for Information.