HC Deb 12 June 1964 vol 696 c112W
Mr. F. M. Bennett

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is aware of the increasing importance of additives in food production today; what arrangements he is making for keeping their use under review; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Soames

My predecessors and I have hitherto been advised on the use of food additives by a Sub-Committee of the Food Standards Committee through the parent body.

In view of the increasing importance of these substances I have arranged the setting up of a Food Additives and Contaminants Committee from which I may obtain advice directly on such subjects.

The Chairman of the new Committee will be Professor R. A. Morton, at present Chairman of the Additives Sub-Committee of the Food Standards Committee.

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