FSA advises recall of Ukrainian eggs linked to 36 Salmonella cases in England
UKPulse News Desk
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a Food Alert for Action, advising businesses to withdraw and recall eggs from one Ukrainian supplier after Salmonella Enteritidis was detected. This strain has been linked to 36 cases of Salmonella infection reported in England in 2026.
- The FSA has advised businesses to withdraw and recall eggs from a Ukrainian supplier due to Salmonella Enteritidis.
- The detected Salmonella strain is linked to 36 reported cases of infection in England in 2026.
- Eggs from this supplier are primarily distributed through wholesalers and the catering supply chain, but also sold in small shops.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a Food Alert for Action, advising businesses to immediately withdraw and recall eggs from a single Ukrainian food business. This follows the detection of Salmonella Enteritidis in samples of these eggs.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) identified the Salmonella Enteritidis strain, which has been linked to 36 cases of Salmonella infection reported in England during 2026. Jacquelyn McCormick, Head of Incidents at the FSA, stated that urgent action was taken to protect public health.
These affected eggs are mainly supplied through wholesalers and the catering supply chain, though some may be available in small retail shops. Eggs sold in large supermarkets are produced in the UK and are not affected by this issue, according to the FSA.
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected products are advised not to eat them and to dispose of them. The FSA is working with local authorities to ensure the alert is actioned swiftly and continues its investigation with international partners.
Why this matters: Salmonella infection can cause diarrhoea, stomach cramps, vomiting, and fever, and in some cases, more serious illness requiring hospital admission, particularly for vulnerable groups.
What this means for you: If you have bought eggs from a Ukrainian supplier, particularly from wholesalers, caterers, or small shops, do not eat them and dispose of them. Eggs bought in major UK supermarkets are not affected.