HC Deb 14 February 1985 vol 73 cc260-1W
45. Mr. Meadowcroft

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will introduce legislation to extend the range of information required to be displayed by manufacturers on the content of food products.

Mrs. Fenner

The Food Labelling Regulations 1984 which came into operation on 19 September 1984 represents a very substantial improvement in food labelling law. We are, however, considering the recommendation for improved labelling of the fat content of foods which was contained in the report of the committee on medical aspects of food policy on diet and cardiovascular disease. Industry representatives have also discussed with my officials the possibility of full nutrition labelling of foods. We hope to make an announcement shortly.

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