News & Updates
Views welcome to improve front of pack nutrition labelling
Food Standards Scotland is seeking feedback from consumers, health professionals and the food and drink industry as part of a UK-wide consultation on front of pack nutrition labelling (FOPNL).
The consultation aims to build on the success of the UK’s ‘traffic light’ FOPNL scheme to make sure it continues to inform consumers and support them in making healthier food and drink choices.
The consultation is now live and you have until 21 October 2020 to share your views.
Senior Policy Advisor at Food Standards Scotland, Sam McKeown, said:
“FOPNL plays an important role in reducing obesity, as it helps us understand the nutritional content of the products we’re buying clearly and efficiently.
“It’s been seven years since the UK recommended the multiple traffic light front of pack label. Since then, countries around the world have created new forms of FOPNL and there is a growing evidence base.
“The way we shop for and purchase food has changed, with online food shopping and delivery being one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK grocery market. Therefore, it’s a good time to consult to ensure that we’re appropriately informed to continue to support consumers to make healthier decisions.”
This consultation is inviting views and evidence on:
- the UK's recommended FOPNL scheme – how the current multiple traffic light label is being used by consumers and industry
- new international examples – including the composite nutri-score and Chile's health warning labels
- whether new nutrition advice on sugar and fibre should be incorporated into any future FOPNL
