food safety Archives

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Qatar joins worldwide campaign to reduce food waste

The Recipe for Change campaign introduced in Qatar is an initiative to reduce food waste and improve food sustainability. Qatar’s Ministry of Municipality (MoM) has joined a universal campaign on…

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News

More than 1,500 violations by food outlets and retail shops in Qatar

Authorities have been carrying out a major inspection campaign throughout the year and supervising food outlets during major tournaments and events. Qatari health and food safety officials carried out over…

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News

Qatar’s Health Control Department seizes 20 tonnes of spoiled foodstuffs

Food product found was unsuitable for human consumption. Doha’s Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) seized 20 tonnes of spoiled foodstuffs from warehouses, the ministry announced on Sunday. The municipality…

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News

Ministry: 161 Doha eateries shut in 2015 for food safety violations

The the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning said 26,055 surprise inspections were conducted at various restaurants, eateries, juice stalls and food stores across Doha in 2015.

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Life

HMC offers tips on avoiding food poisoning in Qatar this summer

Food poisoning is one of the most common cases of illness the hospital sees during Qatar’s hot summer months. Here are five ways to minimize the risk of getting sick.

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Qatar tightens food standards with new training for inspectors

Qatar's food inspectors are due to undergo rigorous new training to equip them with "the highest international standards." The move comes as the government tightens its food safety law, and prepares to name and shame violators.

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Ban on foam packaging announced as some food outlets continue to ignore safety rules

Qatar has introduced a ban on all foam packaging used to serve hot food and drinks, reports the Peninsula. Foam packaging is non-biodegradable and research has shown that it can leak…

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