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A former chef turned council food safety officer has been recognised by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) for his outstanding efforts in food allergen training.

Kevin Burge, who joined Lancaster City Council in 2018 after a successful catering career, was recognised as an Inspiration to Others in this year’s Regulatory Excellence Awards.

After joining the council, Kevin completed a higher certificate in food control at Birmingham University, along with Chartered Institute of Environmental Health assessments to become a fully competent and authorised food officer.

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