Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in E. Coli on Beef and Pork Meat on Retail Sale in the UK (October to December 2021)

Key Points

• The study reveals the presence of antimicrobial resistance in E. coli on retail meat.
• Surveillance identified significant AMR cases in samples during late 2021, highlighting food safety risks.
• The observational analysis covers beef and pork meat sold between October and December 2021 in the UK.
• Findings underscore the need for enhanced monitoring to address foodborne AMR risks.