Now after consultation with the UK food industry the government will instead monitor the supply of products to NI & only require UK-wide labelling if it is clear products are being dropped. Karen Betts, boss at the FDF, which represents manufacturers said the move was flexible and proportionate. /6

She added: "Our members are committed to supplying all our products everywhere across the UK, including to NI. "This more flexible approach will help keep prices down for consumers and help companies manage stock and supplies, as well as removing a barrier to investment in UK manufacturing. /7