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Help shape the future of food safety in the UK. Join the FSA’s Scientific Advisory Committees and Science Council and contribute to evidence-based decision making.
Guidance for applicants interested in joining the FSA Scientific Advisory Committees and Science Council, including details of available roles and how to apply.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is recruiting members to join its…
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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) Science Council is an independent expert committee that consists of 10-12 members and provides independent strategic scientific advice and challenge to the FSA’s Chief Scientific Adviser, Boar…
Guidance and reference documents on standards, roles and governance for providing independent scientific advice to the Food Standards Agency.
Information on Science Council independent experts from diverse backgrounds who advise on the use of science, evidence and analysis.
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The report sets out the findings of the Science Council project examining the use of artificial intelligence in food safety and authenticity.
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