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Recall of additional batches of Sheridans Cheesemongers Wicklow Ban Cheese due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
Alert Summary Dated today Monday, February 19th, 2024. See also HERE
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.06 (Update 1)
Product Identification: Sheridans Cheesemongers Wicklow Ban Cheese; pack size: 150g
Batch Code: All use-by dates from 16/02/2024 to 25/02/2024 inclusive, as well as use-by dates of 05/03/2024 & 09/03/2024.
Country Of Origin: Ireland
Message: Further to FSAI food alert 2024.06, additional batches of Sheridans Cheesemongers Wicklow Ban Cheese are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
The batches were sold from Sheridan’s Cheese counters in Dunne Stores shops. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Nature Of Danger: Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Action Required: Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Caterers and Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches immediately from sale, before displaying recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
Alert Summary: Dated Saturday, 17 February 2024.
Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2024.06.
Product Identification: Sheridans Cheesemongers Wicklow Ban Cheese; pack size: 150g
Batch Code: All best before dates from 16/2/2024 to 25/2/2024 inclusive.
Country Of Origin: Ireland.
Message: The above batches of Sheridans Cheesemongers Wicklow Ban Cheese, are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
The batches were sold from Sheridan’s Cheese counters in Dunne Stores shops. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Nature Of Danger: Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks, but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Action Required: Caterers and Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale, before displaying recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
Alert Summary: Today Friday, 16th February 2024.
Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2024.04.
Product Identification: Tower Gate Choc Chip Cookies, pack size: 150g.
Batch Code: 2334902; best before date: 14/12/2024.
Country Of Origin: Netherlands.
Message: The above batch of Tower Gate Choc Chip Cookies is being recalled due to the possible presence of metal pieces. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale inLidl stores.
Action Required: Caterers and retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.
Meanwhile, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) are also recalling a batch of Spar Triple Choc Chip Cookies, due to the possible presence of metal pieces.
Alert Summary: Today Friday, 16 February 2024.
Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2024.05.
Product Identification: SPAR Triple Choc Chip Cookies, pack size: 180g.
Batch Code: Best before date: 05/12/2024.
Country Of Origin: Netherlands.
Message: The above batch of SPAR Triple Choc Chip Cookies is being recalled due also to the possible presence of metal pieces. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in Spar and Eurospar shops.
Action Required: Caterers and Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are again advised not to eat the implicated batch.
The spidery flowers of Witch Hazel (Hamamelis) appear in shades of yellow, orange and red, and brings colour to any late winter garden.
Although slow growing, the shrub will eventually become larger, ranging from 2.5-5m (8-16ft) in height and spread. Potted in a large tub, and under-planted with yellow crocuses, or snowdrops, the Witch Hazel shrub is particularly attractive to the eye, while we await the full unset of Spring.
The leaves and bark of witch-hazel, for centuries has been used in folk medicine, herbalism, and skincare decoctions* by Native American tribes.
Inside witch hazel’s leaves, its bark and twigs are medicinal chemicals called tannins. If you rub these chemicals on your skin, they may reduce swelling and fight bacteria. Extracts of witch-hazel have been claimed effective in the control of psoriasis and eczema; to prevent dehydration of skin; to cure insect bites and razor burn, although more research is needed in relation to these claims.
People have used witch hazel for centuries to soothe chapped, scraped and irritated skin. However, in 2017, please note, that one manufacturer of a skin care product which contained witch-hazel, was warned by the American Food and Drug Administration, having made unsubstantiated health claims, while not providing evidence that their products were safe.
The freshly cut stems from the plant continue to be used by those persons involved in water divining.
Here in Thurles, Witch Hazel shrubs are available at O’Driscolls Garden Centre, situated on the Mill Road east of the town.
*Decoction is a method of extraction by boiling herbal or plant material to dissolve the chemicals of the material.
- EPA announces funding of €14.3m for 33 new research projects to address climate and environmental challenges. This represents a 34 per cent increase in investment from the previous call in 2022.
- EPA funding is building essential research capacity in Ireland with over 40 per cent of lead researcher applicants in 2023 new to the EPA Research Programme.
- The funding covers research in the areas of climate change, the natural environment, the green & circular economy, and the environment & human health.
- Reflecting the need for cross-sectoral research, the EPA is working in partnership with Met Éireann and Geological Survey Ireland to co-fund some of the research.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced new funding for Environmental and climate research in Ireland, with funding of €14.3 million awarded for 33 new research projects. This represents a significant increase over previous years and reflects the EPA’s ongoing commitment to funding environmental and climate research. These innovative projects will support the development and implementation of environmental policies in Ireland, as well as building research capacity in strategically important areas.
This funding will support more than 200 research staff across 13 organisations to conduct projects in innovative areas such as:
- how blue light can affect human health and biodiversity.
- societal transformation required to address climate, environmental and social challenges.
- digital twins for coastal areas.
- nature-based solutions for water quality and ecology.
- the circular economy for batteries.
- sustainable tourism.
- air pollution in Irish towns.
Announcing the awards, Ms Laura Burke, (EPA Director General) said: “Scientific research and innovation are playing an increasingly important role in informing how governments and society can respond to the challenges posed by climate change and environmental degradation. The projects announced today will address knowledge gaps, both current and future, to provide robust evidence to support the implementation of effective environmental policies in Ireland.
This EPA funding will also help to build transdisciplinary research capacity and talent in Ireland in key areas relating to sustainability transitions and societal transformations. These specialist skills and expertise are essential to enable Ireland to effectively leverage the full range of environmental, economic and societal opportunities offered by the green transition. I congratulate the successful research teams and look forward to seeing the project outputs making a positive contribution to environmental protection in the years ahead”.
The EPA places a high priority on promoting the uptake of funded research to inform policy and to maximise the impact of research and innovation. Reflecting the need for an integrated, cross-sectoral approach, the EPA is working in partnership with Met Éireann and Geological Survey Ireland to co-fund a number of projects.
Of the successful lead research applicants supported through the call, over 40% had not previously applied for funding to the EPA, broadening the base of the researchers and institutions engaging in research relevant to environmental policy.
University College Cork (UCC) received the highest number of successful research awards in 2023. Professor Mr John Cryan, (UCC Vice President for Research and Innovation) said: “I would like to thank the Environmental Protection Agency for continuing to award talented researchers. This allows them, through scientific research and innovation, to tackle critical environmental, climate, health, and sustainability issues. These awards will further strengthen UCC’s position as a recognised global leader in the field of Sustainability. Aligned to UCC Futures – Sustainability, these projects will enable UCC researchers to support environmental policies in Ireland, address key societal challenges caused by climate change, and help deliver a healthier environment for all”.
The list of Awards made under the EPA Research Call 2023 is available on the EPA website HERE.
The EPA Research Programme is a Government of Ireland initiative, funded by the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications. The EPA Research Call 2024 will open for applications in April 2024. Details will be made available on the EPA website which can be viewed HERE.
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