Genetically modified foods (or GM foods) are foods produced from organisms that have had specific changes introduced into their DNA using the methods of genetic engineering. Currently, the EU has one of the stringent regulations of GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) foods in the the world. All GMOs, along with irradiated food, are considered "new food" and are subject to extensive, case-by-case, science-based food evaluation by the European Food Safety Authority. There are currently no GM crops being grown commercially in the UK although scientists are carrying out controlled trials. In the UK, foods have to be labelled as GM if they contain genetically modified plants or animals. GM foods can only be sold if the Food Standards Agency judges that they do not present a risk to health.
62% Yes |
38% No |
42% Yes |
38% No |
16% Yes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified |
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4% Yes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds |
See how support for each position on “Genetically Modified Foods” has changed over time for 1.1m UK voters.
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See how importance of “Genetically Modified Foods” has changed over time for 1.1m UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9LH6YGN1wk1W
Gene editing should be allowed under strict controls and clear labelling, but genetic modification including material from other species should not be allowed outside licensed laboratories.
@8VT4PYM3yrs3Y
Some methods are completely safe, where others are not. I support the use of safer methods, to help us produce more crops closer to home. Supporting the environment and the economy.
@DAVIE3yrs3Y
The people would be voting on this via Liquid Democracy
@8VMSYZP3yrs3Y
I do not support the use of genetically engineered anything – including vaccines and other drugs.
@8VKBBVR3yrs3Y
Yes, though testing and research of such products must be thorough and transparent; wariness of monopolisation of patents between richer and poorer regions and an understanding as to how this plays a role in dependency and inaccessibility, as perpetuated by said regions of affluence.
@8TVB3D33yrs3Y
GM foods should be labelled as such and producers should not be able to patent seeds.
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