Lactalis McLelland Ltd recalls various goat cheeses because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
- Affected
- Cricket St. Thomas Capricorn Goat Cheese; Somerset Capricorn Goat Cheese; Somerset Capricorn Goat Cheese; Co-op Goats Cheese
- The problem
- The products listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Cricket St. Thomas Capricorn Goat Cheese
- Pack size: 100g
- Use by 26 May 2023
Somerset Capricorn Goat Cheese
- Pack size: 100g
- Use by 26 May 2023
Somerset Capricorn Goat Cheese
- Pack size: 85g
- Use by 26 May 2023
Co-op Goats Cheese
- Pack size: 85g
- Use by 26 May 2023
Risk
The products listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Action taken by the company
Lactalis McLelland Ltd is recalling the above products. Lactalis McLelland Ltd and Co-op have issued point-of-sale notices to their customers. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notices.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
More information
Lactalis McLelland Ltd have taken the precautionary step of recalling various goat cheeses because the products might contain Listeria monocytogenes.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 28 April 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.