This follows developments in the sale of raw milk which have seen producers using new routes of sale for their products, such as the internet and vending machines.
An outline of the current controls and possible approaches to managing the risks associated with raw milk and cream has been published and will be considered by the FSA Board at its next meeting on 20 March.
Most milk and cream on sale in the UK is heat-treated to kill any harmful bacteria or virus that could be present. However, restricted sales of raw drinking milk and cream are allowed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
There is an inherent food safety risk associated with drinking raw milk because germs normally killed by pasteurisation may be present, the FSA said. The sale of raw milk is therefore strictly controlled. Older people, infants and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to food poisoning, so are advised not drink it.
The FSA board will be asked to approve a review of the current controls. The review process will include consultation with industry and consumer groups.
Source: FSA
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