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<p>Genetically modified organism (GMO) labelling rules stipulate that foods sold in
Great Britain that contain genetically modified ingredients must be labelled. This
labelling gives consumers the choice on whether to consume such foods containing,
or consisting of, GMO ingredients, and the choice to avoid such foods, should they
wish to do so. In the case of food sold loose, or where food has been cooked in genetically
modified products such as cooking oil, this must appear on a notice, menu, ticket,
or label which can be easily read by customers.</p><p>Information about any characteristic
or property which renders a food consisting of or containing genetic modifications
different from its conventional counterpart, such as its composition, nutritional
value, the intended use of the food or feed, or any health implications for certain
sections of the population, must also be included.</p><p>The Government maintains
a list of GMOs authorised for use in food and feed. It is compulsory that the product
adheres to mandatory traceability and labelling requirements, and that the product
developer provides monitoring reports to the Food Standards Agency and Food Standards
Scotland on an annual basis.</p>
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