Inquiry into food regulation in Victoria

Inquiry into food regulation in Victoria The inquiry commenced on 14 September 2006, when the Victorian Treasurer, announced that the Commission would undertake an inquiry into food regulation in Victoria. The Commission was asked to examine ways to simplify the current regulatory environment whilst still meeting the objectives of current regulation. In accordance with the terms of reference, the final report was presented to the Treasurer on 10 September 2007. The Victorian Government has released a report detailing progress in implementing its response to the final report. For more information, please contact VCEC via email at food@vcec.vic.gov.au or ph: (03) 9092 5800.

More information The final report, Simplifying the Menu: Food Regulation in Victoria (pdf 4.59 MB), was released by the Treasurer on 10 February 2008. The Treasurer has issued a Media Release (pdf 26.8 KB). The Government's response (pdf 485 KB) to the inquiry final report has also been released. The Government released a progress report (pdf 1.87 MB) on implementation of its response to the final report in August 2009. Inquiry Documents Final Report (10 February 2008) Draft Report Issues Paper Food (pdf 307 KB) Submissions Received Additional Information Supporting Reports Food Circulars