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Recall of specific batches of Western Brand Sage & Onion Cook in Bag Whole Chicken due to the possible presence of Salmonella

Monday, 11 May 2026

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.20
Product Identification: Please see table below.  
Batch Code Please see table below.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

Western Brand is recalling the below batches of its Sage & Onion Cook in Bag Whole Chicken due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Product Pack Size Use by dates Batch Number
Aldi      
Butchers Selection Sage & Onion Cook in Bag Whole Chicken 1600g 13th May 2026 26124-640
Tesco      
Tesco Roast in Bag Sage & Onion Stuffed Whole Irish Chicken 1500g

13th May 2026;

14th May 2026

26124-640

26125-206

 

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.  

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.