Food labels are confusing consumers and misleading them with false claims, according to a new report by the European Court of Auditors (ECA). “Companies can
Front-of-pack food labels (FOPLs) are designed to provide clear, accessible nutritional information to help consumers make informed choices. In an online experiment conducted with a
In April 2022, mandatory kilocalorie (kcal) labelling in the out-of-home food sector was introduced as a policy to reduce obesity in England. Large out-of-home food
Food labelling plays a critical role in helping consumers make informed decisions about what they eat. Labels are designed to provide clarity on ingredients, allergens,
New food waste legislation for businesses is set to come into force in the UK from March 2025. Companies that produce more than 5kg of
Government plans to force food manufacturers to put “not for EU” labels on all meat and dairy products sold across Britain next month have been
The European Commission has registered two new European Citizens’ Initiatives related to animal farms and labelling of food. The European Citizens’ Initiatives are “Stop Cruelty
Farmers have warned that more extreme weather in the UK is likely to be the main cause of food shortages in the next decade, which
Plans to give shoppers more information about how and where their food is produced and ensure British farmers’ products get the recognition they deserve, were
6 in 10 households have at least one domestic animal, with dogs, cats and rabbits the most popular furry friends. And our love for these
Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental and ethical profile of their purchases. Amid the demand for ‘greener’ products, there is also a growing interest
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from human activities intensify the greenhouse effect. This contributes to climate change. Carbon dioxide (CO2), from burning fossil fuels such as
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and current turbulence caused by the invasion of Ukraine are reminders of the crucial importance of UK food producers to our
The European Parliament has approved an ambitious position ahead of talks with EU ministers on the overhaul of European honey marketing rules in a bid
A review has found that ultra-processed foods (UPF) are directly linked to 32 harmful effects on health, including a higher risk of heart disease, cancer,
The recent ‘Not for EU’ labelling seen on products sold in the UK is causing quite a stir for both industry and consumers. While there
The vegan diet has soared in popularity in the last five years, but some meat substitutes labelled as vegan contain milk or egg, according to
Prepacked food is food that is completely or partially enclosed in packaging, was placed in that packaging before being offered for sale, and cannot be
Since 1 October 2023, businesses in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) are able to move prepacked retail goods as well as certain loose goods
There are a number of legal requirements regarding the labelling and composition of fresh meat, cooked meat and meat-containing products. Food for sale to consumers
Although the United Kingdom has left the European Union (EU), certain pieces of legislation (formally known as ‘retained EU law’) will still apply until such
New research has indicated that labelling animal products with cigarette-style warning labels could reduce consumption. Cigarette packets sold around the world feature graphic images and
Chlorophyll Water has transitioned to bottles made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET) with CleanFlake recycled label technology. These 100% rPET bottles are crafted from food-grade
The European Union (EU) has introduced new olive oil quality and labelling regulations. Introduced in November 2022, and published in the EU’s official journal, the
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The law sets out rules that cover the preparation, composition and labelling of food supplied for human consumption. In broad terms the quality must meet
Defra has told industry stakeholders it will not be consulting on controversial plans to introduce compulsory animal welfare labelling of certain food products. The Department
Globally, food systems are responsible for more than ⅓ of greenhouse gas emissions. This is largely due to meat production. To reach the Paris Agreement
Childhood obesity is a public health challenge in many countries. Food labelling may help children make healthier food choices. Food is typically labelled using
On a simplistic level the story of the ongoing shortage of salad items in UK supermarkets is an easy one to tell: unseasonable weather in
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