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Written question asked by Lord Risby (Conservative) on Tuesday, 17 February 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 February 1998. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 February 1998 on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.


Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food

Question
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, what is his policy on the potential redefinition of British yoghurt products containing fruit and/or nuts under Codex proposals.
Answer

Mr. Spring: To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his policy on the potential redefinition of British yoghurt products containing fruit and/or nuts under Codex proposals. [30696] Mr. Rooker: The UK is opposed to any definition of `yoghurt' which might unreasonably restrict product innovation and diversity, without providing any clear benefit to our consumers. The UK believes that the definition of composite yoghurt products, containing ingredients such as fruit or nuts, is unnecessary in the draft Codex text.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
30696; 307 c273W
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Dairy products Food Labelling Codex Alimentarius Commission