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Publication of safety assessments (opinions) on four novel food applications for authorisation

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) alongside the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has produced safety assessments (opinions) on four novel food applications for authorisation for placement on the market in Great Britain.

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The Feed Additives (Form of Provisional Authorisations) (Cobalt(II) Compounds) (Scotland) Regulations 2023

This regulation came into force on 30 June 2023.

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The Genetically Modified Food and Feed (Authorisations and Modifications of Authorisations) (Scotland) Regulations 2023

These regulations are to be laid in Parliament on 02 March 2023.

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Summary of responses for consultation concerning genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

The summary of responses for this consultation about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) has been published.

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Our position on use by and best before dates

Food Standards Scotland's position on use by and best before dates in light of recent industry developments.

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