Asda, Camembert's and Co-op's own top-brands of Sainsbury have been removed from their shelves over fears it is contaminated with Listeria; all three supermarkets source their Sainsbury from the same manufacturer in France. Listeria has been linked to miscarriages and can cause illnesses, particularly in those who have have weakened immune systems. The UK has seen a rise in the number of cases of Listeria in recent years and reports say that this will raise questions over the food safety procedures in French cheese makers. Earlier this month, French company Fromagerie Beillevaire recalled batches of its 'Brie de Meaux a la Truffe' due to high levels of listeria.
Asda, Sainsbury's and Co-op's own top-brands of Camembert have been removed from their shelves over fears it is contaminated with Listeria; all three supermarkets source their Camembert from the same manufacturer in France. Listeria has been linked to miscarriages and can cause illnesses, particularly in those who have have weakened immune systems. The UK has seen a rise in the number of cases of Listeria in recent years and reports say that this will raise questions over the food safety procedures in French cheese makers. Earlier this month, French company Fromagerie Beillevaire recalled batches of its 'Brie de Meaux a la Truffe' due to high levels of listeria.