Newly established FPA Regulatory and Compliance Committee to hold non-compliant businesses accountable in foodservice packaging industry
The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has announced the establishment of a new confidential procedure to ensure fair competition within the foodservice packaging industry. This procedure will provide FPA members with the opportunity to hold non-compliant businesses accountable and help maintain a level playing field for all.
The FPA Regulatory and Compliance Committee, responsible for administering the procedure, marks a significant step forward in the association’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the industry. By independently and proactively managing compliance and addressing the challenges presented by regulations, the committee will also strive to ensure FPA members meet the standards set out in the FPA Code of Practice.
Mark Byrne, executive chair of the FPA, expressed his enthusiasm for the establishment of the committee, stating, “It is an absolute pleasure to be in position to establish this new committee with such a high calibre of people. The committee will play a fundamental role in upholding the FPA’s mission of maintaining trust and accountability within the FPA membership and across the broader foodservice packaging industry.”
Leading the committee as compliance director is Anne Sutton, who has over 40 years of experience in the retail industry, paper and plastic packaging manufacture, and UK, EU, and global government affairs and legislation. Anne is also an FPA board member, a board member of the Packaging Federation, and president of 360° Foodservice Europe.
Joining Anne on the committee are Nikki Grainge and John Young. Nikki brings over 20 years of award-winning experience in packaging development, while John, who will serve as the members’ liaison officer, has held senior industry roles since 1983 for companies including Autobar Group, Huhtamaki, Kecco Foodservice, and Jenna.
Anne spoke about her new role, saying, “I am excited to take on this responsibility as head of the FPA Regulatory and Compliance Committee and to be working alongside such seasoned professionals as Nikki and John. The committee will approach each case objectively, operating within UKAS certification compliance processes and the CMA Green Code. Our aim is to help protect the reputation of the foodservice packaging industry, and we will work alongside our members to ensure all packaging claims are fully compliant and in line with the FPA’s Code of Practice.”
Mark Byrne added, “The committee will be holding both members and non-members to account, so now would be an opportune time for foodservice packaging suppliers to check their websites and marketing collateral to ensure no false or spurious claims are being made!”
The FPA Regulatory and Compliance Committee can be contacted via email at compliance@foodservicepackaging.org.uk.
For further information or to request a headshot of Anne Sutton and additional comments from her and/or Mark Byrne, please contact Louise Holmes, FPA Media & Communications, at 07909 728069 or email louise@foodservicepackaging.org.uk.
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