Government has 'watered down' food standards protections, says FBSC

A new report published today by the Future British Standards Coalition (FBSC) warns the Government has already watered down protections, scrutiny and accountability around food standards.

Abi Kay
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Government has 'watered down' food standards protections, says FBSC

A new report published today by the Future British Standards Coalition (FBSC) warns the Government has already watered down protections, scrutiny and accountability around food standards. The FBSC,...

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