UPDATE: Waitrose recalls an additional date code of Christmas Prawn products due to incorrect date labelling
- Affected
- Waitrose 12 Breaded King Prawns; Waitrose Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection; Waitrose Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection
- The problem
- The affected products have been labelled with incorrect use-by dates, and therefore could inadvertently be eaten past the date by which they can be safely consumed.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return the product to any Waitrose store for a full refund.
Products affected
Waitrose 12 Breaded King Prawns
- Pack size: 160g
- Use by 28 November 2018
Waitrose Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection
- Pack size: 245g
- Use by 30 November 2018
Waitrose Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection
- Pack size: 245g
- Use by 04 December 2018
Risk
The affected products have been labelled with incorrect use-by dates, and therefore could inadvertently be eaten past the date by which they can be safely consumed.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all 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 any of the products. Copies of the point of sale notices are attached.
What you should do
If you have bought the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return the product to any Waitrose store for a full refund.
More information
Waitrose is recalling an additional date code of Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection with a use-by date of 30 November 2018 due to incorrect use-by dates. The product should have been labelled with a use-by date of 20 November 2018.
Waitrose is also recalling Christmas 12 Breaded King Prawns with a use-by date of 28 November 2018, and Christmas 10 Spicy Prawn Selection with a use-by date of 04 December 2018 due to incorrect use-by dates. The products should have been labelled with a use-by date of 25 November 2018.
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 21 November 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.