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The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has described new significantly increased Food Standards Agency (FSA) meat inspection charges as ‘unlawful’, ahead of a legal challenge.…
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AIMS brands increased FSA inspection charges as ‘unlawful’, ahead of legal action
0The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has described new significantly increased Food Standards Agency (FSA) meat inspection charges as ‘unlawful’, ahead of a legal challenge. The hourly rate for an Official Veterinarian will increase by 20.8% from April to £79.60 an hour or £165,500 a year. It means charges to industry as a whole are going to rise by £10 million in the coming year, a 24% increase, when inflation is 3%, AIMS said. “Because industry does not believe FSA charges are lawful it has launched a Judicial Review, funded by the whole industry, which will be heard in…