[PLEASE BE AWARE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER, TO BE DECIDED, DATE].
This lecture will consider how regulations should apply to food supplied through online platforms and examine whether there is a need for changes to regulatory policy to protect the public and realise the potential of online supply.
Food is increasingly supplied through online platforms, with the global market, worth €83 billion, growing at 3.5% per year. These platforms help innovative food businesses to operate outside of normal supply chains, artisanal producers to connect with new customers and leftovers to be shared or sold, helping to reduce food waste.
However, the availability of such online supply mechanisms presents risks to consumers. For example, if a person wishes to sell food produced at home, must they meet the same food hygiene standards as a commercial kitchen? Should they disclose the potential allergens in the food? In the offline world the interests of consumers and businesses are balanced through detailed regulatory requirements.
This lecture will be delivered by Richard Hyde, Professor of Law Regulation and Governance
This lecture will be located in Room B63, Law and Social Sciences Building, University Park.
The event will be taking taking place on Wednesday 18 March, from 6pm. It is free to attend but booking is required. For more information visit the official event page.