Info campaign aimed at butchers

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today announced details of a new national information campaign focused on food safety practices in butcher shops and meat counters.

A recent survey undertaken by EHOs throughout the country has identified approximately 1,100 butcher shops and 500 meat counters within supermarkets across Ireland.

Through this campaign the FSAI will target high-risk butchers which have been identified as those selling ready-to-eat meat products in addition to raw meat products.

Survey results show that from the 961 high-risk butchers examined, approximately only 27% are compliant and an additional 60% have started the process, with 13% who have yet to show any compliance with HACCP requirements.