Supermarkets are removing sausages from their shelves due to concerns that they may cause severe allergic reactions in certain individuals. The Jolly Hog has issued an urgent recall of its Leek Porkers sausages from Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, and Morrisons following advice from the Food Standards Agency (FSA). The FSA highlighted that the sausages contain milk, which is not listed on the packaging, posing a potential health risk to those allergic or intolerant to milk.
Individuals with a milk allergy may experience varying symptoms, with severe cases possibly leading to anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction characterized by a rapid drop in blood pressure, throat swelling, and loss of consciousness. The specific product being recalled is The Jolly Hog Leek Porkers 6 British Sausages weighing 400g and with a use-by date of 28 September 2025.
The Jolly Hog advised consumers with a milk allergy not to consume the affected product and encouraged them to return it to the nearest store for a full refund. The company apologized for any inconvenience caused and thanked customers for their cooperation. The FSA routinely issues health alerts for product recalls to notify consumers of potential risks such as missing allergy information or contamination.
Customers are informed about the recall through point-of-sale notices and are instructed on the necessary steps if they have purchased the product. For further information, consumers are directed to contact customer care at info@thejollyhog.com. The manufacturer has been advised by the government to reach out to allergy support organizations to update their members about the incident.
Cow’s milk allergies are a common cause of allergic reactions in children throughout the UK, and even small amounts can trigger severe responses in sensitive individuals. The FSA reiterated that food recalls or withdrawals often occur when allergen information is inaccurate, misleading, or absent, regardless of the product’s safety for the general population.
For comprehensive details of the alert or to subscribe to food safety notifications, individuals can visit the FSA website.