Food Standards Agency in Northern Ireland

Food Standards Agency in Northern Ireland Improving food standards, safety and nutrition in Northern Ireland and protecting people's health in

We are responsible for devolved matters relating to food safety, standards, nutrition and dietary health in Northern Ireland, and our responsibilities include:

We are responsible for devolved matters relating to food safety, standards, nutrition and dietary health in Northern Ireland, and our responsibilities include:

• Advising Ministers on food safety and standards issues
• Developing policy

and proposing legislation
• Providing timely and effective responses to food and feed incidents
• Setting standards and auditing district councils’ food enforcement activities
• Setting standards and auditing meat hygiene, feedingstuffs, eggs and milk enforcement by DARD
• Encouraging food producers and caterers to reduce the levels of saturated fat, salt and calories in food products
• Giving the public advice on diet and nutrition and food safety issues

The World Cup is underway — and the BBQ is still in play. But with chicken, the rules are clear: no pink, no exceptions....
13/06/2026

The World Cup is underway — and the BBQ is still in play.

But with chicken, the rules are clear: no pink, no exceptions.

Undercooked chicken can carry harmful bacteria like Campylobacter so it must be cooked all the way through.

Stick to the rules:
Steaming hot throughout
No pink meat
Juices run clear
Don’t wash raw chicken

Follow the rules and keep your match day a win.

Find out more: Food.gov.uk

Introducing: Food Fact CheckThere is a lot of information out there about food, but finding the facts can be hard. We wa...
09/06/2026

Introducing: Food Fact Check

There is a lot of information out there about food, but finding the facts can be hard. We want to make it easier by giving clear answers to common questions on our food.

Follow along as we use science and expert advice to mythbust, break down headlines and give context behind the claims.

Ever wondered how cell-cultivated products are made? (You might know them better as “lab-grown”.) It starts with just a ...
09/06/2026

Ever wondered how cell-cultivated products are made? (You might know them better as “lab-grown”.) It starts with just a few cells.

Swipe to see how this innovative food is created and why the Food Standards Agency is involved.

Visit our website to learn more: food.gov.uk

Meet the Nutritional Standards Co-ordinators The FSA works in partnership with the Public Health Agency, Safefood and He...
08/06/2026

Meet the Nutritional Standards Co-ordinators

The FSA works in partnership with the Public Health Agency, Safefood and Health and Social Care Trusts to promote Nutritional Standards in Health and Social Care Settings.

Nutritional Standards Co-ordinators are instrumental in this work. They champion the implementation of the standards and work in partnership with catering, dietetic and procurement colleagues, and the Catering Service Leads to provide healthy, affordable and sustainable food choices for staff and visitors.

Co-ordinators collaborate across Health and Social Care Trusts, complete regular audits and develop action plans. They encourage staff and visitors to explore healthier menu and snack options.

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Left - Right: Justin Kelly, Nutritional Standards Project Co-ordinator Western Health and Social Care Trust, Leah O’Neill, Nutritional Standards Project Co-ordinator, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Rachael Taylor, Project Co-ordinator, Nutritional Standards, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust and Dorota Culbert, Project Co-ordinator, Nutritional Standards Southern Health and Social Care Trust.



Northern Health and Social Care Trust

Today is World Food Safety Day, and we're launching a campaign to help keep you safe when you’re in your kitchen prepari...
07/06/2026

Today is World Food Safety Day, and we're launching a campaign to help keep you safe when you’re in your kitchen preparing and cooking food.

From preventing cross-contamination to storing leftovers safely, small habits make a big difference, and our campaign aims to help people keep themselves and their loved ones safe from illnesses like food poisoning.

We’ll be sharing lots of practical tips to help you handle food safely at home, because good food hygiene protects everyone.

https://www.food.gov.uk/food-safety-and-hygiene/food-safety-and-hygiene-at-home

Chippy Tea anyone? It’s national fish and chip day! Before you head off to the local chippy remember to check the food ...
05/06/2026

Chippy Tea anyone? It’s national fish and chip day!

Before you head off to the local chippy remember to check the food hygiene rating on the door before you order.

The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS), run in partnership with district councils, gives food businesses a rating from 0 to 5 based on their hygiene standards – helping you make informed choices about where to eat.

Check the score on the door: ratings.food.gov.uk

Can you reheat takeaway rice? Rice shouldn’t be reheated more than once, which makes takeaway rice a bit different. Some...
03/06/2026

Can you reheat takeaway rice?

Rice shouldn’t be reheated more than once, which makes takeaway rice a bit different.

Some takeaway businesses pre-cook their rice and reheat it before serving. This means reheating it again at home isn’t recommended.

For the best approach, eat takeaway rice shortly after it’s delivered or collected, rather than saving it to reheat later. This helps reduce the risk of food poisoning.

If you’re unsure how the rice has been prepared, you can always ask the takeaway.

Address

10a Clarendon Road
Belfast
BT13BG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+443303327149

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