Legislation Update
The majority of food safety legislation in Ireland now originates from the European Community (EC). The purpose of this page is to act as a general information source on food safety legislation published recently in the Official Journal of the European Union and also food safety legislation published by the Irish government. It is intended to update this page on a monthly basis and whenever possible, links will be given to the documents listed.
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Disclaimer Notice
The information contained in this web page has been provided by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and by third parties for general information purposes only. It does not constitute legal or other professional advice, nor is it intended to provide a detailed or exhaustive statement of the current law or a definitive interpretation of any specific legal issues. Any person contemplating legal action in respect of matters set out in this website should obtain advice from a suitably qualified professional adviser.
Neither the FSAI nor third parties accept any responsibility whatsoever for loss or damage occasioned, in part or in full, as a consequence of any person acting, or refraining from acting, as a result of a matter contained in this website.
The copies of legislation on this site are electronic and are intended for reference purposes only. The authoritative version is the printed version. In the case of the European Union, legislation published in paper editions of the Official Journal of the European Union is deemed authentic. For Irish Legislation, the authoritative text is that printed by The Stationery Office, Ireland.
Last reviewed: 20/1/2012