The DUP said the UKG needs to "provide clarity on its pause of 'NFEU" labelling at UK wide level and on how it will ensure suppliers do not withdraw from the NI market. "Whilst retailer assurances are always welcome the proof will be whether suppliers continue to supply the NI part of the UK market.

In a statement they said that the publication of wider government guidance for authorities on complying with Section 46 of the Internal Market Act 2020 is "welcomed" but that these issues are a "symptom of the wider problem". /11