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£1.25M Settlement After Vegan Sandwich Allergy Death

12/10/2025

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Celia Marsh, a 42-year-old dental nurse, died after eating a vegan Pret A Manger sandwich that contained milk protein despite a dairy-free label.
Her husband, Andy Marsh, led a High Court claim against Pret A Manger and Planet Coconut Ltd, resulting in a £1.25 million settlement, and the coroner called for better allergen labeling.
An inquest found contamination occurred during production and the manufacturer failed to communicate the risk.

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Celia Marsh, a 42-year-old dental nurse, died after eating a vegan Pret A Manger sandwich that contained milk protein despite a dairy-free label.
Her husband, Andy Marsh, led a High Court claim against Pret A Manger and Planet Coconut Ltd, resulting in a £1.25 million settlement, and the coroner called for better allergen labeling.
An inquest found contamination occurred during production and the manufacturer failed to communicate the risk.