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Seafood Industry Australia
21 Mar 2023
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Seafood Industry Australia
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3. Do you think businesses should have some flexibility in how they provide origin information? Or, do you think more specific requirements should apply? For example, rules on the terms, format, and communication methods businesses need to use.
No. Similar to other legislation enforceable under the Food Act, we believe clear and accurate information and requirements should be dictated by the Government and clearly communicated to hospitality businesses. A clear and easy to understand standard must be developed, communicated and enforced. This is also necessary to ensure the legislation is enforceable and free from ambiguity. This is discussed further in our response to question 3.7.