The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued an urgent warning over some batches of Graham's Family Dairy Semi-Skimmed Milk that may be contaminated with veterinary medicines, including antibiotics (penicillin). Shoppers are asked not to consume the affected products and to return them to the store for a refund.
Products affected
The recall applies to Graham's Family Dairy Semi-Skimmed Milk in the following pack sizes, all with a Best Before date of July 31, 2026:
- 1 pint
- 1 litre
- 2 litre
The FSA states that the presence of medicines may make the milk unsafe to consume and may pose a health risk for anyone with an allergy to antibiotics.
Company statement
Graham's Family Dairy said in its recall notice: "At Grahams Family Dairy we believe that the quality of our products and the safety of our consumers is paramount. Due to this we are asking our customers not to consume but to return the following products: Grahams Family Dairy 1 Pint Semi Skim Use By 31st July, Grahams Family Dairy 1lt Semi Skim Use By 31st July, Grahams Family Dairy 2lt Semi Skim Use By 31st July."
The company added: "This is a precautionary measure we have taken as there is a small risk a trace level of antibiotics may be present in the milk which could cause a reaction to consumers with an allergy to antibiotics. If you have purchased any of these products, please do not consume."
Customers are advised to return the milk to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. No other Graham's Family Dairy products or use-by dates are affected.
FSA advice
The FSA said: "Graham's Family Dairy is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product and/or on their website. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product."
Consumers who have bought the affected milk should not consume it and should return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.
