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People scrutinising food labels in a supermarket aisle — why independent fact-checking is essential for combating food misinformation
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Why fact‑checking is essential public‑interest infrastructure for our food system

Maldita.es reviewed dozens of studies on whether fact-checking works. The evidence is clear, and it has serious implications for how we tackle food misinformati
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Leaked EU documents and a post-trilogue statement suggest Brussels is moving to restrict words like “chicken” and “bacon” on food labels, with possible knock-on effects for products from Pot Noodle to bacon-flavoured snacks.
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Brussels could force Chicken & Mushroom Pot Noodle to change its name

Leaked EU documents and a post-trilogue statement suggest Brussels is moving to restrict words like “chicken” and “bacon” on food labels.
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A person removes a meat advert from a street in Amsterdam
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Amsterdam bans meat advertising: first capital city to restrict meat ads (2026)

Amsterdam becomes the first capital city to ban meat advertising in public spaces from May 2026, benefiting the planet, people, and animals.
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Britain’s ultra-processed diet is harming health and widening inequality, this article argues, calling for bold policies to put whole, plant-rich foods at the heart of UK food strategy.
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Britain's diet crisis: why whole foods must be the priority in food policy

Britain’s ultra-processed diet is harming health and widening inequality, this article argues, calling for bold policies to put whole, plant-rich foods at the h
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