Question to the Department for Exiting the European Union :

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what steps he is taking to ensure that food standards will be maintained after the UK leaves the EU.

The UK has world leading standards of food safety and quality, backed by a rigorous legislative framework. The EU (Withdrawal) Bill will ensure we are able to maintain these high standards once the UK leaves the European Union.

The Government is committed to ensuring high food standards at home, and promoting high standards internationally. We will ensure there is a food standards framework in place that protects consumer interests, maximises confidence, and facilitates international trade.