compliance chiefs are to allow in chickens washed in peroxyacetic acid ( PAA ) Experts fear the chemicals could be preventing the spread of disease . Consumer groups have also complained that shoppers do n't like the idea . Others regarding trade links with the USA are being put ahead of safety . European Food safety Authority has ruled that PAA is not toxic to consumers .
Food chiefs are to allow in chickens washed in peroxyacetic acid ( PAA ) Experts fear the practice could be aiding the spread of superbugs . Consumer groups have also warned that shoppers do n't like the idea . Others say trade links with the USA are being put ahead of safety . European Food Safety Authority has ruled that PAA is not toxic to humans .