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Written question asked by Lord Weir of Ballyholme (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 11 July 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 July 2023. It was answered by Lord Benyon (Conservative) on Monday, 17 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


UK Internal Trade: Labelling

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made as to whether supermarkets will seek to transport goods to Northern Ireland using labelling or through the Red Lane without the requirement of labelling.

Answer

Based on our engagement with industry, including supermarkets, Defra expects substantial use of the Northern Ireland Retail Movement Scheme, which includes labelling requirements. Some businesses, especially those with a presence in the Republic of Ireland, may choose to use the Red Lane for certain goods, as now.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9268
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Labelling Northern Ireland Manufactured goods UK internal trade Windsor Framework
Link
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