Framework Agreement
The Framework Agreement on Local Authority Enforcement provides the Agency with a mechanism for implementing its powers under the Food Standards Act to influence and oversee local authority enforcement activity.
It was developed through the Local Authority Enforcement Liaison Group (now the Enforcement Liaison Group) and became fully operational from April 1 2001. It was updated in July 2003.
The Agreement applies to local enforcement of all food laws, and incorporates the latest guidance and standards on food law enforcement.
The Agreement provides for:
- Publicly available local service plans to increase transparency of local enforcement services
- Agreed food law enforcement standards for local authorities
- Enhanced monitoring data with greater focus on inspection outcomes and which provides more detailed information on local authority performance
- An audit scheme aimed at securing improvements and sharing good practice.
The operation of the Framework Agreement is overseen and reviewed by the Framework Agreement Sub Group of the ELG.
Amendments
The fourth amendment to the Framework Agreement was issued July 2004, and is incorporated in the version below.
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