February 02, Colombo (LNW): The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken decisive action by issuing an extraordinary gazette declaration that mandates sellers to prominently display accurate weight and price information for bread.
The issuance of the gazette is a crucial measure undertaken in the interest of consumer safety, CAA Chairman Shantha Niriella said.
The directive outlines mandatory requirements for those involved in the various stages of the bread supply chain, including preparation, packaging, storage, wholesale, and retail.
According to the gazette, it is imperative for all entities engaged in the sale of bread to ensure that the weight of the bread displayed for purchase adheres to the specified standard weight.
Additionally, sellers are obligated to conspicuously present the weight of the bread being offered for sale.
The stipulated standard weights outlined in the gazette are 450 grams for a full loaf of bread and 225 grams for a half loaf.
