“If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or an intolerance to gluten or have coeliac disease, do not eat it,” stated the Food Standards Agency in a recent alert regarding the recall of Marks & Spencer’s Authentic Greek Yoghurt with Vanilla.
This recall, announced on April 18, 2026, affects 500g pots of the yoghurt that bear a use-by date of May 12, 2026. Documents show that the product may contain gluten, which is not mentioned on its label, raising significant concerns for those with gluten allergies or coeliac disease—approximately one in every hundred individuals in the UK fall into this category.
In response to the situation, M&S has expressed that “Customer safety is of paramount importance to Marks & Spencer, and we take food safety extremely seriously.” The retailer is actively working to ensure that customers are informed about the recall through point of sale notices displayed in all stores selling the affected product.
Customers who purchased the yoghurt are advised to return it to the store from which it was bought for a full refund, as per guidance from the Food Standards Agency. This proactive measure aims to mitigate any potential health risks associated with consuming the product.
The recall only pertains to specific displayed date codes of this yoghurt; no other M&S products are implicated in this issue. Furthermore, M&S has been advised to reach out to relevant allergy support organisations concerning this matter.
As part of their efforts to maintain transparency and consumer trust, M&S has issued an apology for any inconvenience caused by this recall. The swift response highlights their commitment to addressing food safety concerns effectively.
The Food Standards Agency continues to monitor the situation closely and has emphasized that affected customers should be aware of these developments. Notices explaining why the product is being recalled will help guide consumers on what steps they should take if they have purchased the yoghurt.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further implications or additional products that might be affected by similar issues in the future. Nevertheless, M&S seems determined to handle this incident with diligence and care.