Survey of health and social care setting food businesses on implementation of the FSA Listeriosis Guidance
A survey of health and social care setting food businesses on implementation of the FSA Listeriosis Guidance
Developing rapid and effective communications testing
Findings report
Valuing FSA research and development
Research to develop a new valuation methodology that could be used to inform the prioritisation of future research and development investment.
A survey on the nutritional content and portion sizes of cheesecake
The FSA and the 11 district councils in Northern Ireland carried out a nutritional analysis survey of cheesecake served in restaurants and hotels in Northern Ireland. The results showed that portion sizes are often very large with bigger cheesecakes containing more energy, sugar, saturated fat and salt.
A survey on the nutritional content and portion sizes of scones
Key findings from research on sampled scones produced in Northern Ireland (NI) shows wide variations in portion size (g) and nutritional information (energy, sugar, fat, saturated fat, fibre and salt). The results will inform targeted interventions within the bakery sector, supported by technical expertise from academic institutions, to increase the availability of healthier products in local coffee shops, cafes and bakeries.
Transparency: Understanding public views and priorities (June 2017)
Research exploring what the public think being transparent about food means, what their priorities are in terms of greater transparency, how they think transparency should be enacted and who they see as being responsible for being transparent.
To evaluate the effectiveness of independently accredited assurance schemes
The aim of this project was to research accredited assurance schemes and their effectiveness in the targeting of risk-based inspections, with particular focus on imported food controls at UK ports of entry.
Review of social science
Commissioned by the FSA's Chief Scientific Advisor (CSA), this review sought to: identify the current social science capability within the FSA, identify the capability and evidence that would best support delivery of the FSA strategy, and assess options for delivery. The output of the review includes a report with recommendations, published with the CSA's response.