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Why meat inspections matter - and how we’re making sure they stay effective

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Why meat inspections matter - and how we’re making sure they stay effective

Cymraeg When you buy meat - whether it’s from your local butcher, supermarket or farmers’ market - you expect it to be safe and produced to high welfare standards. Trust is essential for the meat industry to thrive, and at …

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Open and unbiased science is not always easy, but it is essential

Posted by: Professor Robin May, Chief Scientific Adviser, Posted on: 27 July 2020 - Categories: Science
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Our Chief Scientific Adviser reflects on our commitment to independent scientific advice.

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Camping food safety

Posted by: Stuart Forward, Senior Content Manager, Posted on: 20 July 2020 - Categories: Hygiene
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A collection of food safety tips to stay safe and avoid food poisoning while camping.

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A Chief Scientific Adviser's final report

Posted by: Guy Poppy, Former Chief Scientific Adviser, Posted on: 29 June 2020 - Categories: Science
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Professor Guy Poppy reflects on his time as Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA) to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

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Oh wow! Our Ways of Working

Posted by: Elaine Donaghy, Organisation Development & Change Consultant, Posted on: 29 June 2020 - Categories: People
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We explore how Our Ways of Working allow the FSA to be flexible and let staff be the best they can be, no matter where they work.

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The people who protect your plate

Posted by: David Berrecloth, Senior Communications Manager, Posted on: 29 June 2020 - Categories: Our mission
Meat Hygiene Inspector - Food Standards Agency

The blog is launched with a history of the FSA and our mission to make sure everybody can trust the food they eat.

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