Batch of Irish fish removed from supermarkets due to presence of illness-causing bacteria

A batch of Irish fish is being recalled due to the presence of an illness-causing bacteria. 

According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), Wrights of Howth's Oak Smoked Farmed Irish Organic Salmon has been removed from shops due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. 

Consumers have been advised not to eat the affected batch (21P; best before date: 19/05/2023). 

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symtpoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. 

In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.

The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symtpoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.