The Scottish Government has published the Scudamore review of future arrangements to secure food standards and safety in Scotland. The report is available at http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2012/04/6141/0 .

The report makes recommendations on the operation of the Food Standards Agency in Scotland and for the operation of the meat hygiene function.

REHIS welcomes the publication of the report and thanks Professor Scudamore and his panel for the opportunity to present evidence during their study. We look forward to learning how Scottish Ministers intend to progress the Report’s recommendations and hope to be able engage in this process.