§ Dr. GibsonTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his policy on proposed European food labelling legislation. [25668]
§ Mr. Rooker[holding answer 27 January 1998]: Food labelling must be clear, accurate and informative, giving consumers the opportunity to make informed choices about the food they buy, without being unduly prescriptive or costly. Wherever possible, we prefer to have general rules which are applicable to all types of 303W food rather than special provisions for specific types of product. Commission proposals to meet this end will be considered favourably.