FSA issues precautionary egg safety and handling advice concerning one flock code

Official consumer advice

We are issuing precautionary advice to consumers who have purchased the eggs listed above to help avoid any potential, though low risk of illness. As a precaution, consumers are advised to cook these eggs thoroughly, as this will eliminate salmonella. Consumers are advised to always follow good hygiene and egg handling practices when using eggs including: storing eggs in the fridge until use, using eggs by the best before date, cleaning surfaces and kitchen equipment effectively after use, and washing hands thoroughly before and after handling of eggs. Further information on salmonella and handling eggs is available at: https://www.food.gov.uk/safety-hygiene/salmonella