Supermarkets are removing sausages due to concerns that they could cause severe allergic reactions in certain consumers. The Jolly Hog is recalling its Leek Porkers sausages from Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, and Morrisons after the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a product recall notice. The sausages contain milk, which is not listed on the label, posing a potential health risk for individuals allergic to milk or milk constituents.
Allergy symptoms to milk vary, and in extreme cases, exposure can lead to anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction causing a drop in blood pressure, throat swelling, and loss of consciousness within minutes. The specific product being recalled is The Jolly Hog Leek Porkers 6 British Sausages weighing 400g with a use-by date of 28 September 2025.
The Jolly Hog advises customers with a milk allergy not to consume the affected product and to return it to the nearest store for a full refund. The FSA regularly issues health alerts for recalls due to missing allergy information, contamination, or other health risks. Point-of-sale notices are displayed to inform customers about the recall reasons and actions to take if they purchased the product.
For more information, consumers can contact customer care at info@thejollyhog.com. The manufacturer has been urged by the government to notify allergy support organizations to update their members on the incident. Cow’s milk allergies are a common cause of allergic reactions in children across the UK and can trigger severe reactions even in small amounts for sensitive individuals.
Consumers are reminded by the FSA that foods are recalled or withdrawn if allergen information is inaccurate, missing, or misleading, regardless of the product’s safety for most people. For detailed alerts or to subscribe to food safety notifications, visit the FSA website.
