Food Labelling.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 February 2007

Wednesday, 21 February 2007

Questions (152)

Mary Upton

Question:

211 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children the discussions she has had with the Food Safety Authority to address the ongoing deficiencies in relation to the labelling of beef at the catering level; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6705/07]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health and Children (Mr. S. Power)

The implementation of the Health (Country of Origin Of Beef) Regulations 2006 (SI 307 of 2006) is a matter for the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).

My Department is in touch with officials of the FSAI on an ongoing basis and regular meetings are held to discuss a wide range of issues — including the enforcement of food legislation where this is necessary.