Paul McCartney Slams EU Plan to Ban "Veggie Burger" Labels

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News18•07/12/2025
Paul McCartney Slams EU Plan to Ban "Veggie Burger" Labels
- •EU is considering a ban on terms like "veggie burger" and "vegan sausage" for plant-based products.
- •Beatles star Paul McCartney and UK MPs are opposing the proposed EU legislation.
- •The European Parliament voted in October to prohibit "meaty terms" for vegetarian foods.
- •Supporters argue for consumer clarity and farmer recognition, while critics fear confusion and call it a populist move.
- •Paul McCartney stated that current labels like 'plant-based' are clear and promote health and sustainability.
Why It Matters: EU's "veggie burger" term ban could change how you identify and buy plant-based foods.
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