Explanatory note

(This note is not part of the Regulations)

These Regulations are made in exercise of the powers conferred by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (c. 16) (in particular under section 8(2)(a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (g)) in order to address failures of retained EU law to operate effectively and other deficiencies arising from the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union.

These Regulations make amendments to legislation relating to—

(a)

aromatised wine;

(b)

the quality scheme for agricultural products and foodstuffs;

(c)

spirit drinks;

(d)

wine;

(e)

veterinary medicines;

(f)

residues.

Part 2 amends subordinate legislation and Part 3 amends and revokes retained direct EU legislation as regards the subjects in paragraphs (a) to (d). Part 4 amends subordinate legislation as regards the subject in paragraph (e) and Part 5 amends retained direct EU legislation as regards the subjects in paragraphs (e) and (f).

An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no, or no significant, impact on the private or voluntary sector is foreseen.