Action is needed NOW, ministers on food labelling

Declan O'Brien

Agriculture ministers Simon Coveney and Michelle O'Neill

Little progress seems to have been made in last week's meeting between Minister Coveney and the North's agriculture minister, Michelle O'Neill.

While the announcement that the two ministers are to approach British retailers with a view to seeking some movement on the food labelling issue is a positive development, few will be holding their breath that any meaningful concessions will be forthcoming.