28/08/2026
Recent reports of an ongoing Salmonella outbreak potentially linked to imported eggs have prompted CIEH and the British Egg Industry Council (BEIC) to call on food businesses to review their egg sourcing practices.
The outbreak, currently under investigation by the UK Health Security Agency, has reportedly resulted in hundreds of cases of Salmonella food poisoning and one death.
Investigations by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) so far have identified potential links to eggs imported from outside the UK used by some restaurants, cafés and other food service businesses.
To support the investigation, Environmental Health professionals working in local authorities have been asked by UKHSA to collect samples during inspections to help identify the prevalence of the eggs within the supply chain.
CIEH and BEIC are encouraging businesses to choose British Lion eggs, which are produced under the stringent requirements of the British Lion Code of Practice and are recommended by the FSA as safe to eat runny or raw.
The organisations say the incident highlights the importance of knowing the provenance of food products and ensuring safety remains a priority, even as businesses face ongoing cost pressures. They are also reminding consumers to look for the British Lion mark and ask hospitality venues whether British Lion eggs are being used.
🔗 Read the full press release here: https://www.cieh.org/.../cieh-and-beic-urge-food.../
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