The parents of Natasha Laperouse, the 15 year-old girl who died from an allergic reaction to a Pret a Manger baguette, have set up a clinical trial to help with the treatment of allergies.
UKHospitality is urging all in the industry to ensure they are fully aware of and compliant with landmark legislation on allergen labelling for pre-packaged foods, which comes into force later this week.
What does the upcoming law change making it a requirement for hospitality businesses to list all the ingredients and allergens present in their ‘pre-packed for direct sale’ food items mean for the industry?
Pret A Manger has been found not guilty of a food allergy offence, dating back to 2017, in which Isobel Colnaghi suffered a severe allergic reaction from a sandwich containing sesame.
Public awareness of allergens has never been higher, but while we await the findings of the Government’s consultation on amending allergen labelling laws, what can restaurants do to mitigate the risks?
Pret a Manger was unaware of the death of teenager Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, who had a fatal allergic reaction after eating one of its sandwiches, until nine months after the incident, it has been revealed.
Deliveroo is changing the way its platform displays allergen information as the restaurant industry faces greater scrutiny over its labelling of dishes.
Pret A Manger is to start showing a full list of ingredients and allergens on its packaging following the death of a girl who ate one of its sandwiches.
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