Explanatory note

These Regulations are made in exercise of the powers in section 8(1) of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (c. 16) to address failures of retained EU law to operate effectively and other deficiencies (in particular under section 8(2)(d) and (g)) arising from the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union.

These Regulations make amendments to subordinate legislation relating to organic products.

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