All halal and kosher meats could soon be clearly labelled - more than 10 years after an attempt by Philip Davies to introduce the law was narrowly defeated in Parliament.
Mr Davies said labelling would provide people with the necessary information to support personal or religious beliefs and provide consumer choice. He almost secured the change in 2012 but was defeated by just three votes.
Now his renewed calls have seen Government announce a consultation will take place.
Speaking in Parliament Mr Davies said: “Some people particularly want to buy Halal and kosher meat and some people particularly want to avoid buying halal and kosher meat. Isn’t it the time to properly label these products appropriately so that consumers whether they want to buy it or don’t want to buy it can make an informed decision?”
Mr Davies also wants the slaughter method to be fully labelled to ensure Jewish and Muslim communities have the information they need.
Environment Minister Mark Spencer said: “The Government has committed to consult on mandatory labelling reforms this year, we want to make it easier for consumers to purchase products aligned with their values. As part of this consultation, we will seek views on labelling products that conform with religious requirements such as halal and kosher.”
In 2014 it was reported supermarkets and restaurant chains were selling halal meat to millions of customers without telling them.
