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What is the British Lion mark?
The British Lion mark on egg shells and egg boxes means that the eggs have been produced to the highest standards of food safety.
The Lion Quality Code of Practice was launched in 1998 and includes vaccination of hens against salmonella, independent auditing, complete traceability of eggs and a "best-before" date stamped on the egg shell and pack.
In its most recent survey of UK eggs on retail sale, the Food Standards Agency tested more than 28,000 UK eggs and no salmonella was found in any of them.
What do I need to know about egg safety?
- Look for the British Lion mark on the egg shell and egg box - it shows that the eggs have been produced to the highest standards of food safety
- Buy eggs from a reputable retailer where they have been transported and stored at the correct temperature (below 20°C)
- Keep eggs refrigerated after purchase
- Store eggs in their box and, as eggs are porous, away from strong-smelling foods
- Make sure you use eggs by the 'best before' date shown on the egg or box - for Lion Quality eggs, this guarantees that they are fresher than required by law