Sainsbury’s recalls chorizo product over listeria risk

In rare cases, the listeria can cause serious complications, such as meningitis. Photograph: David Sillitoe/The Guardian

Sainsbury’s has warned shoppers not to eat one of its own-label chorizo products over fears some packs could contain listeria.

The retailer, which operates 600 supermarkets and 800 convenience stores, told the UK public to return all packs of Taste the Difference Spanish chorizo Iberico ring with use by dates from 23 November to 16 January.