Will Brexit Put Your Pork Pies at Risk?

The video discusses the importance of protecting British products like Melton Mowbray pork pies and Stilton cheese, highlighting the potential impact of losing protected status. It explains how protected food status is determined and the implications of international copying. The discussion also covers the potential effects of Brexit on food tariffs and the restaurant industry, including concerns about rising food prices and staffing challenges.

Why is the village of Stilton not allowed to produce Stilton cheese?

• It lacks the necessary ingredients.

• It is not located in the designated production area.

• It does not have the required facilities.

• It is too small to produce cheese.

What would happen to WTO tariffs if Britain left the EU?

• They would be reduced significantly.

• They would remain unchanged.

• They would come into effect.

• They would be eliminated.

How does a foodstuff attain protected food status?

• By meeting geographical, historical, and nature-based criteria.

• Through government subsidies.

• By being popular internationally.

• Through a public vote.

What is one benefit of protected food status?

• Prevention of imitation in other countries.

• Instant popularity in international markets.

• Reduction in local employment.

• Immediate increase in production costs.

What concern do restaurant owners have if Britain leaves the EU?

• Increase in local food production.

• Decrease in food prices.

• Loss of customers and staff.

• More English waiters in restaurants.