Allergen labelling in the future
Ueapme position on allergen labelling
AllergensFresenius7.7.pdf (login to view)

Beef Labelling
Special rules that apply to beef. What can you write on the label about your home produced beef? What information must you have written down about the beef you use or sell?
Beef Labelling4.8.pdf (login to view)

Dates on Labels
It is a legal requirement that a durability date should be put on all pre-packed foods.
dates on labels.doc (login to view)

Draft Labelling Proposal
The text of the latest draft proposal on the provision of food information to consumers. (labelling)
proposal_regulation_ep_council.pdf (login to view)

Front of pack information
Unilever research on labelling for the consumer. The conclusion is the simpler, the better.
Labels_ front_ of_ pack_Information.pdf (login to view)

Guidance on Fresh, Pure and Natural
New FSA guidance on use of the terms Fresh, Pure and Natural on food labels.
fresh,pure natural guide.pdf (login to view)

Labelling Confusion
Nutrition labelling - per 100g or usual portion size?
Labelling confusion3.7.pdf (login to view)

Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation
Permitted claims under the new regulation
New N and H claims reg7.7.pdf (login to view)

UEAPME response to labelling proposals
UEAPME represents food businesses across Europe and has produced a response to the draft labelling proposals from a small and medium food business perspective.
UEAPME_labelling1207.pdf (login to view)

Understanding the label
Labelling is an area currently under review. The subject can be complex and the laws are changing. Essentially, in order to protect the consumer, labels and any literature should be informative and must not mislead by word or implication. There is certain information you must include if you are selling unpacked foods, loose or ready to eat. There are many more rules if you are selling pre-packed foods. However much you think you know it is always wise to get your labels and packaging checked by you local trading standards officer.
Understanding the Label.doc (login to view)