The report, by the independent expert panel set up by Scottish ministers, considers the future delivery of the food standards regime in Scotland.
The review came about after the UK government decided last year to absorb some of the policy areas overseen in England by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), back into Whitehall departments.
The review panel, chaired by the UK’s former chief veterinary officer, Jim Scudamore, considered the feasibility of establishing a dedicated Scottish Food Standards Agency and the merits of establishing a standalone meat inspection delivery service in Scotland.
The report is now with Scottish government ministers for consideration.
The FSA board will discuss the report recommendations in an open board meeting, and will offer advice to Scottish ministers before they take a decision.
The full report can be read here.
Source: FSA
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