Question for written answer E-001661/13 to the Commission Lucas Hartong (NI) (18 February 2013) Subject: Labelling of halal chicken It was revealed today (1) that the majority of Dutch chicken fillets come from birds slaughtered in a halal manner, i.e. without stunning, even when this is not mentioned on the packaging. I quote: ‘To make … Continue reading Written Q&A to EU Commission – Halal Chicken Labelling
Food recalls in EU – Week 52
This week on the RASFF database (Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed) we have two recalls from consumers in EU, between the alert notifications. - Pathogenic micro-organisms: Salmonella Spp in dried sausages, following a company's own check. Origin Spain, notification from France; - Allergens: undeclared milk ingredient in mint flavour dark chocolate 70%, following an official control on the market. Origin Spain, notification from Slovenia. … Continue reading Food recalls in EU – Week 52
