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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 tiny plastic pieces inside. Shops in every part of the country affected. Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda have already yanked the items as a precaution. People buying these packs should check the box and send back any they spot. The Food Standards Agency raised the alert but adds no single brand is to blame. They confirm nobody has fallen ill so far. Stores are now helping officials dig into where the plastic came from. Parents across the country have been told to check school bags and cupboards as the probe continues. Some pouches may show nothing wrong, so shoppers are urged to match batch codes online before serving. Helplines are open for anyone worried about a child’s snack already eaten. Retailers are returning cash even without a receipt on returned items.

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