As a lawyer practising in Ireland and in the UK (England and Wales), it is interesting to see how the different jurisdictions now implement legislation
UK Review of Toy Safety Legislation – Have Tour Say Read More »
On 30 June 2026, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) reported that in 2025, 9,882 complaints and queries were handled by its Advice Line.
The FSAI Advice Line – 2025 – another year when complaints increased Read More »
On 1 July 2026, EU Regulation 2024/2895 came into force creating a significant amendment of the rules concerning Listeria monocytogenes. Food business operators must ensure
New rules for L. monocytogenes from 1 July 2026 – FBOs must take urgent action Read More »
‘It is with a strong sense of responsibility and urgency that I introduce the Public Health (Restriction on Sale of Stimulant Drinks to Children) Bill
Restricting the sale of ‘stimulant drinks’ in Ireland Read More »
On 19 June 2025, the report ‘Our Food 2024’ was published by the Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland. The Report looks at the
Food Standards Agency – ‘Our Food 2024’ – Food Labelling Remains Problematic Read More »
Edible insects are an alternative source of protein which have been consumed in many parts of the world for many years. However, as there is
Edible insects as novel foods – GB update from 1 January 2024 Read More »
