Watchdog warns of 'significant risk' to food safety if EU law bill is progressed

Currently, retained EU law requires businesses to provide clear information on their food, as well as labels for allergens

SCOTTISH consumers have been cautioned over the potential for “major” impacts on food safety and standards if legislation on retained EU law is progressed in its current form.

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) issued the warning after Thursday’s publication of the Retained EU Law (Reform and Revocation) Bill in the House of Commons.