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Latest News About Fruit Pouches Recalled Over Plastic Bits

Several UK retailers have pulled batches of kids’ fruit pouches from shelves after checks found possible plastic fragments inside. Shops in every region affected. Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda have already pulled the pouches as a precaution. People buying these packs should inspect the pack and return any affected ones. The Food Standards Agency issued the notice but notes no one maker is at fault. They confirm there have been no reported illnesses. Stores are now working with investigators to trace the plastic. Parents across the country have been told to keep an eye on lunchboxes as the probe continues. Some pouches may show nothing wrong, so shoppers are urged to match batch codes online before serving. Phone lines are running for anyone worried about a child’s snack already eaten. Retailers are promising money back with no proof of purchase on returned items.

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