Summary
This research focuses on legislation that requires foods that are pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) to clearly display the name of the food and a full ingredients list with the 14 regulated allergens emphasised within the list. The legislation was implemented in October 2021.
FSS commissioned JRS to carry out qualitative research with consumers with food allergies and intolerances and parents of children with food allergies and intolerances. The research explores:
- food issues and the impact on participants lives
- understanding and behaviour around PPDS foods
- awareness and understanding of the new legislation on PPDS foods
- impact of PPDS labelling requirements on participants’ lives
This research is linked to a joint project conducted by FSS and FSA which evaluated the same legislation from the experience of local authorities and food business operators across the UK. This included consumers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
View the findings of the joint research project on the FSA website.
