FSA Seeks Evidence on Meat Inspection Charging Rules
FSA Launches Call for Evidence on Meat Official Controls Charges
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a call for evidence on the Meat Official Controls Charges (England) Amendment Regulations 2019, inviting feedback from operators of approved meat establishments in England.
The exercise forms part of a Post-Implementation Review (PIR) required under statutory obligations and will assess whether the current charging framework for official controls remains appropriate, proportionate and effective.
The FSA is seeking evidence from abattoirs, cutting plants and other approved establishments on how the regulations have operated in practice since their introduction, including impacts on costs, competitiveness, administration and compliance. The review will also consider whether the objectives of the regulations have been met and if any unintended consequences have arisen.
The consultation period runs until 21 April 2026, after which the FSA will analyse submissions and publish its findings. These outcomes could inform future decisions on inspection charging structures and regulatory approach within the meat sector.
Industry bodies have long highlighted concerns over official controls costs, particularly for smaller and lower-throughput plants, making the review a closely watched development for processors across England.
Source: Food Standards Agency | 28 January 2026
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