Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Improve food labelling laws to clearly list all ingredients
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217 signatures
What the petition asks
Update food labelling laws so all ingredients, including starches and flavourings, must be clearly listed on packaging and menus. This should apply to pre-packed food, restaurants, takeaways and online food ordering to ensure safety for people with allergies and dietary needs.
Food allergies and dietary restrictions can be life-threatening, even if they are not part of the top 14 allergens. Starch and hidden ingredients are increasingly used, making eating out and at home unsafe and stressful. Families should not have to risk a child’s health due to unclear labelling. Clear, honest food labelling protects lives and allows everyone to eat safely and with dignity.
Timeline
| 18 Feb 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
217
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
18 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.