EFSA Public Consultation on the Application for Authorisation of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a Novel Food EFSA has launched a public consultation on the Application for the authorization of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a novel food. EFSA Public Consultation on the Application for Authorisation of Magnesium Orotate Dihydrate as a Novel Food
DHSC Public Appointments: October 2024 – March 2025 The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced its non-executive appointments for the period from October 2024 to March 2025. DHSC Public Appointments: October 2024 – March 2025
Innovate UK – New Executive Chair Selected Tom Adeyoola has been selected as the preferred head of Innovate UK. Once confirmed by parliament, he will act as Chair and will be part of the largest national public research funder, helping businesses turn cutting-edge ideas into real-world products. Innovate UK – New Executive Chair Selected
Deadline to Submit pEPR Data Obligated businesses must submit 2024 packaging data by 1 April 2025 under new extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR) scheme Deadline to Submit pEPR Data
Folic Acid – Consultation on an EU Draft Commission Regulation The proposed Draft Commission Regulation (EU) amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006 on fortified foods and Annex II to Directive 2002/46/EC on food supplements as regards monosodium salt of L-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid has been shared for consultation. The new proposed vitamin source, if approved, will be included in addition to the current (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt. Folic Acid – Consultation on an EU Draft Commission Regulation
Defra Appoints New Non-Executive Board Members Sachin Jogia and Indro Mukerjee have been appointed as non-executive board members of Defra, effective from March 18, 2025, for a three-year term. Defra Appoints New Non-Executive Board Members
Defra Update: Revised Phase 3 Commodity Codes Spreadsheet Defra has updated the Phase 3 commodity codes spreadsheet to correct minor technical errors in the 'rules which must apply' for rows 207 to 243, which include food supplements. Defra Update: Revised Phase 3 Commodity Codes Spreadsheet
FSA Board Meeting – March 2025 The Food Standards Agency (FSA) Board meeting will take place on Wednesday 26 March. FSA Board Meeting – March 2025
EFSA Re-Evaluation of Pullulan (E 1204) as a Food Additive and Assessment of its Proposed Use Extension EFSA has published its opinion on the re‐evaluation of pullulan (E 1204) as a food additive and new application for its extension of use. EFSA Re-Evaluation of Pullulan (E 1204) as a Food Additive and Assessment of its Proposed Use Extension
Joint Stakeholder Engagement Forums: 2025 Dates and Participation Details Defra has announced all upcoming dates for the Joint Stakeholder Engagement Forums for 2025. Joint Stakeholder Engagement Forums: 2025 Dates and Participation Details
EFSA – Open Call for Food Additives Analytical and Use Level Data The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched a call for food additives analytical and use level data in food and beverages intended for human consumption. The deadline is 31 August 2025. EFSA – Open Call for Food Additives Analytical and Use Level Data
Primary Authority Statutory Guidance Updated The guidance has been updated to take account of legislative changes post EU Exit, and the enhanced role of national regulators. Primary Authority Statutory Guidance Updated
