Grahams Dairy recalls milk over antibiotic contamination

Grahams Family Dairy has issued a recall for its semi-skimmed milk across England after veterinary medicines, including antibiotics penicillin, were detected in the product. The recall, announced on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, affects one-pint, one-litre, and two-litre bottles all bearing the best before date of July 31, 2026. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned that the milk is unsafe to consume and poses a specific health risk to individuals with an allergy to antibiotics.

The Stirlingshire-based dairy company has advised customers who have purchased the affected batches not to drink the milk and to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. The company stated the recall is a precautionary measure due to a small risk that a trace level of antibiotics may be present, which could cause a reaction in those with an allergy. Grahams has emphasized that no other products or use-by dates in its range are affected.

Point-of-sale notices explaining the recall details and instructions for consumers are being displayed in all retail stores stocking the product. The milk is sold at major supermarkets including Morrisons, Asda, Tesco, and Sainsbury's, as well as retailers...