Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)

I agree with the comments from those on this side of the House that we must have an honest debate on this matter. The Commission of the European Communities published a White Paper on food safety in January 2000. Chapter 7 of that White Paper states: "Consumers are to be provided with essential and accurate information so that they can make informed choices". That is not happening.

Binding labelling rules must therefore be accurate in ensuring the consumer has the information on product characteristics and determines choice on composition, storage and use of the product. Operators should be free to provide more information on the label, provided this information is correct and not misleading.

Has the Minister seen the IFA DVD which showed recordings made in Brazil?

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