Glenis Willmott is inviting MEPs from across the continent and from all political parties to hear more about the benefits of clear, understandable food labelling.

Glenis is the host for an event to be held this week in Brussels which will feature representatives from European consumer and public health groups, as well as food producers and retailers.

Glenis explained. “The European Commission’s proposals on food information are scheduled for considerable debate over the coming months with the first reading due to take place before the summer.”

“As the MEP in my political group who is responsible for this new legislation, I know the growing debate surrounding the issue of food labelling.  This event will enable other legislators to hear some of the arguments.”

“We want new rules which will ensure that consumers are provided with the information necessary to make informed and, ultimately, healthier food choices.”

Further information

The event is organised by consumer organisation BEUC, and will take place in the European Parliament in Brussels on Wednesday 3rd February 
 
Co-hosts of the event are Glenis Willmott and Bulgarian MEP Antonyia Parvanova.

2 February 2010