Specific batches of Ready brek Original and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge have been recalled in Ireland because of the possible presence of flour beetles. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) says consumers should not eat the affected products, which were made by Weetabix UK and originate from the United Kingdom.
The food recall Ireland alert was published on 13 October 2026 as FSAI Alert Notification 2026.65. Retailers have been asked to remove the listed batches from sale and display recall notices at the point of sale.
Products included in the recall
Only the products, pack sizes and best-before dates listed below are included in this food product recall Ireland notice. Consumers should check the date printed on their packaging carefully.
| Product | Pack size | Affected best-before dates |
|---|---|---|
| Ready brek Original | 750g | 08/07/2027; 09/07/2027; 29/07/2027; 04/08/2027; 19/08/2027; 20/08/2027; 15/09/2027; 16/09/2027 |
| Ready brek Original | 450g | 01/07/2027; 02/07/2027; 21/07/2027; 22/07/2027; 18/08/2027; 19/08/2027; 17/09/2027; 22/09/2027; 01/10/2027 |
| Tesco Super Smooth Porridge | 750g | All dates from 30/06/2027 to 25/08/2027 inclusive |
How to identify an affected pack
- Check whether the product is Ready brek Original or Tesco Super Smooth Porridge.
- Confirm the pack size.
- Compare the best-before date with the dates in the table.
- Do not consume a pack that matches the listed product and date details.
The FSAI notice does not provide separate batch codes or barcodes. The relevant identification method is the product, pack size and best-before date.
Why the porridge products were recalled
Weetabix UK is recalling the specified batches because of the possible presence of flour beetles. The FSAI states that this would render the products unfit for human consumption.
This is a precautionary food recall Ireland action concerning specific date-marked products. The notice does not state that every pack of either product is affected, so consumers should use the official product and date details rather than assuming that all Ready brek or Tesco porridge must be discarded.
What consumers should do
Anyone who has one of the affected products should not eat it. Set the pack aside and follow the retailer’s recall arrangements. Retailers have been instructed to remove the implicated products from sale.
- Do not eat a product matching the listed description and best-before date.
- Keep the packaging available so the product details can be checked.
- Contact the store or retailer for information about return and refund arrangements.
- Do not assume that an unaffected best-before date is included in the recall.
The FSAI alert does not confirm whether a receipt is required or provide a universal refund procedure. For that reason, consumers should check directly with the retailer where they bought the product before returning it.
Retailer and official guidance
The affected products include Tesco Super Smooth Porridge, while Ready brek Original is a Weetabix UK product. The source notice does not provide a complete list of individual stores or branches that stocked each batch. Consumers who bought the products from a supermarket, convenience shop or another retailer should check their packaging against the official FSAI alert.
Recall notices are expected to be displayed at points of sale. The FSAI alert is classified as Category 1 and is identified as Alert Notification 2026.65.
Frequently asked questions
Which food products have been recalled?
The recall covers specific batches of Ready brek Original in 750g and 450g packs, plus Tesco Super Smooth Porridge in a 750g pack.
What is the reason for the recall?
The products are being recalled because of the possible presence of flour beetles. The FSAI says this would make the affected products unfit for human consumption.
Can I eat a different date-marked pack?
The notice applies to the products and best-before dates listed above. A pack with a different date is not identified in this alert, although consumers should always follow any newer official update.
Is a batch code or barcode listed?
No separate batch code or barcode is provided in the FSAI notice. Consumers should identify the affected products using the pack size and best-before date.
Can I return the product for a refund?
The official notice does not set out receipt or refund terms. Contact the retailer where the product was purchased for instructions.
Key takeaway for shoppers
This food recall Ireland alert affects only the specified Ready brek Original and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge products and dates. Check your cupboard, do not eat a matching pack, and contact the retailer for return or refund guidance. Consumers should also check the FSAI’s latest food alerts for any subsequent update or expansion.
