Food Safety Act 1990: Primary legislation governing food safety and consumer protection in relation to food products in England and Wales. Sets out fundamental food safety obligations and offenses.
Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013: Detailed regulations implementing EU food hygiene legislation, establishing specific requirements for food handling, preparation, and storage.
General Food Law Regulation (EC) 178/2002: Establishes general principles and requirements of food law, including traceability requirements and safety procedures retained in UK law post-Brexit.
Food Information Regulations 2014: Governs food labeling, presentation, and advertising, ensuring accurate information is provided to consumers.
HACCP Requirements: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points system requirements for identifying and controlling food safety hazards in the manufacturing process.
ISO 22000: International standard for food safety management systems, defining requirements for any organization in the food chain.
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety: Industry-leading food safety certification program setting standards for food manufacturers.
Food Information to Consumers Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011: Comprehensive regulation on food labeling, including nutritional information and allergen declarations, retained in UK law.
Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations 2015: Sets standards for packaging materials and waste, including requirements for food contact materials.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety, setting out general duties for employers and employees.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Framework for waste management and control of emissions from industrial processes in food manufacturing.
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Governs contracts for the supply of goods and services, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose.
UK GDPR: Data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data, including customer and employee information.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects brands and logos used in food manufacturing and packaging.
Import/Export Regulations: Various regulations governing the international trade of food products, including customs requirements and safety standards.
