Shoppers at Morrisons got a nasty surprise this week when the supermarket chain yanked a batch of its premium sausages off the shelves. The reason? Tiny bits of blue plastic might be lurking inside, making the bangers unsafe to eat. The recall, announced on April 25, 2025, targets Morrisons’ The Best 6 Thick Cumberland Sausages, 400g packs, with a use-by date of May 1, 2025.
The issue came to light after routine checks flagged possible contamination. Morrisons isn’t taking chances—customers are being told to ditch the sausages and head back to any store for a full refund, no receipt needed. Notices are plastered at checkouts and on shelves in every Morrisons that stocked the product, spelling out the problem and what to do. The Food Standards Agency, the UK’s food safety watchdog, backed the recall, warning that plastic in food isn’t just gross—it’s a health hazard.
This isn’t a small mix-up. The affected sausages were sold across Morrisons’ 400-plus stores nationwide, though the company hasn’t said how many packs are involved. They’re urging anyone who bought the product to check their fridges and freezers. If you’ve got a pack with that May 1 date, don’t cook it. Return it.
Morrisons, based in Bradford, is one of Britain’s biggest grocers, and its “The Best” line is pitched as top-tier grub—think juicy, hand-crafted sausages meant to impress at a weekend fry-up. Finding plastic in them is a rare misstep for a chain that prides itself on quality. The company’s keeping tight-lipped about how the plastic got there, but investigations are underway. For now, they’re focused on getting the word out and making things right with customers.
If you’re affected, Morrisons stores are open for refunds during regular hours. The recall only covers the 400g Cumberland sausages with the specified date—other products, including different sausage varieties or pack sizes, are fine.