Waitrose issues urgent recall for popular bakery treat due to 'allergy concerns'

Waitrose has issued an urgent recall for one of it’s popular bakery products due to ‘allergy concerns’.

The recall affects Waitrose & Partners 4 Richly Fruited Hot Cross Buns in packs of four with a best-before date of 6 June 2026.

The product contains barley, which is not listed on the packaging label.

The Food Standards Agency warned that the omission poses a potential health risk to anyone with an allergy to barley.

Customers who are affected by the allergy have been advised not to consume the product.

A spokesperson for the FSA said: “Waitrose & Partners are recalling the above product from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall.

“These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.

“If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to barley do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. No receipt required.

“For more information, please contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884, option 4.”