Aldi has promised it will not compromise food safety or animal welfare standards, even if regulations change to align with international trade deals.
Trade talks between the UK and US have caused alarm over the prospect of hormone-treated beef and chlorinated chicken imports, though fears have been addressed by PM Keir Starmer’s insistence food standards are non-negotiable.
The trade deal struck last week provides for the import of some non-hormone-treated beef from the US, while Defra secretary Steve Reed has insisted British food standards are a “red line” for the government.
Aldi said that, “amid concerns that post-Brexit trade negotiations could lead to a weakening of these protections” it was committed to maintaining its existing standards on meat, poultry and dairy products.
“British farming is known for its high welfare, food safety and environmental standards and we know how important that is to our customers,” said Aldi UK & Ireland CEO Giles Hurley.
“That’s why 100% of our everyday fresh beef, pork and poultry is sourced from British farms, and why we’re guaranteeing that we won’t lower our standards even if others do.
“This isn’t just about food safety. It’s about protecting British farmers and doing the right thing for our customers.”
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