LABELLING - Report proposes clearer food labels

The report of a Taskforce on Clear Labelling recommends that more of the label should be given over to the information required by law to be there.

The taskforce was made up of independent experts including representatives from the Plain English Campaign, consumer groups, the Basic Skills Agency and the Royal National Institute for the Blind.

The report says labelling information should be:

• grouped together in one place so it's easier to find
• easier to read (it recommends a minimum type size and use of black on white)

The Agency is preparing draft advice for consultation.