Consultation
National measures in England on the enforcement of gluten labelling
England specific
This consultation seeks views on the enforcement of gluten labelling rules for food businesses in England, which label food as 'gluten-free' or 'very low gluten'.
The aim is to ensure consumers who avoid gluten for medical reasons are not misled or confused about gluten claims; and to promote greater consistency around these claims.
About this consultation
Consultation target audience
Food manufactures, consumer organisations and food business operators involved in the placing on the market of 'gluten-free' foods including importers, distributors, wholesalers and retailers, plus enforcement authorities.
Subject of this consultation
A proposed regulation – Gluten in Food (Information for Consumers) (England) Regulations 2014, to allow the enforcement of the Commission Implementing Regulation No. 828/ 2014 which contains rules on providing information to consumers on the absence or reduced presence of gluten in foods.
Purpose of this consultation
To seek stakeholders' comments and views on the proposed regulations, which will introduce specific enforcement measures in England relating to the European Union rules on 'gluten-free' foods, and the associated Impact Assessment.
Consultation pack
Summary of responses
Publication of response summary
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Further information
This consultation has been prepared in accordance with HM Government Consultation Principles. If an Impact Assessment has been produced, this is included in the consultation documents. If no Impact Assessment has been provided, the reason will be given in the consultation document.