Shoppers in Bradford are being urged to check their cupboards after a series of food recalls were issued by major supermarkets.
The Food Standards Agency has warned customers not to eat several affected products sold by retailers including Tesco and Waitrose.
The recalls were announced over safety concerns, with the products removed from shelves and customers advised to return them for a refund.
Anyone who has purchased the items is being urged to follow the guidance issued as the warnings remain in place.
Waitrose recall
Waitrose has recalled a drink from sale in its UK supermarkets because it may pose a risk of microbiological contamination.
A breakdown in temperature control means that the products may now be unsafe to drink.
The supermarket has recalled its Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink due to the rick of microbiological contamination and spoilage caused by the poor temperature control.
The affected products come in 1 litre bottles, were purchased between September 2 and September 21, and have best before dates between August 14 and October 29.
Tuesday 22 September 2026 - Waitrose recalls Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink because of poor temperature control #FoodAlert https://t.co/a3iAz1aeJX pic.twitter.com/Owmhalq5a9
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) September 22, 2026
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Waitrose is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product.
“These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought any of the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.”
A Waitrose statement added: “We apologise that it has been necessary to recall this product and for the inconvenience caused.”
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Chocolate recall
A selection of chocolates have been recalled from shop shelves in England and Northern Ireland because of a salmonella contamination.
World of Sweets is recalling Dubai Style Crunchy Knafeh and Pistachio Milk Chocolate and Alyan Dubai Style Chocolate Truffles because Salmonella has been found in the products.
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency warned: “The presence of salmonella in the products listed above.
“Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
Thursday 24 September. World of Sweets recalls Alyan Dubai Style Crunchy Knafeh and Alyan Dubai Style Chocolate Truffles due to Salmonella #FoodAlert https://t.co/33mYrJ39WO pic.twitter.com/tMepY2BHD5
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) September 24, 2026
“If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others.
“World of Sweets is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products.
“These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought any of the above products do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.”
The affected products have product codes of 319456 and 318591. All best before dates are included in the recall.
A World of Sweets statement added: “As a precaution, customers who have purchased the affected product should not eat it.
“Please contact the retailer you purchased the product from directly and provide proof of purchase.
“They will advise you on the appropriate next steps.”
Beer recall
A popular beer sold UK supermarkets, including Tesco, has been recalled because it may explode.
Cans of Lucky Saint Hazy IPA have been recalled as some cans may become over-pressurised and rupture unexpectedly.
The affected products are sold in four packs of 330ml cans and have a best before date of August 2027.
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Lucky Saint is recalling the above product.
Wednesday 23 September 2026 - Lucky Saint recalls Hazy IPA products because of risk of cans exploding #FoodAlert https://t.co/PO81hVW4fF pic.twitter.com/WIKxoLuPwU
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) September 23, 2026
"Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought any of the above product do not drink it. Instead, follow the guidance set down in the Point of Sale Notice (POSN) below. Do not return the item to store.”
A Lucky Saint spokesman added: “We are recalling Lucky Saint 0.5% Hazy IPA 4 x 330ml because some cans may become over-pressurised. This can cause cans to swell, leak or rupture unexpectedly, presenting a risk of physical injury.
“Check if you have bought the affected best before date of the Lucky Saint 0.5% Hazy IPA 330ml.
“Share proof of purchase with the store for a full refund. Please safely dispose of the product. Do not return cans to this store.
“To safely dispose of the product; handle the cans as little as possible, place them carefully, upright, in a sealed bag and dispose of them with your household waste.
“We’re sorry for the inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding.”
What is a product recall?
If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).
The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.
In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued.
This provides local authorities with details of specific actions to be taken on behalf of consumers.