Ketchup and mayonnaise sachets could be banned under Andy Burnham‘s push to cosy up with the European Union.
Brussels is banning the sale of single-serving plastic sachets or containers of ketchup, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, oil and vinegar.
But cafes and restaurants across the UK could be forced to follow suit, with a consultation on alignment being planned.
The ban is already being implemented in Northern Ireland, because of post-Brexit rules that mean it must follow some EU rules.
Environment Minister Emma Hardy made the admission in response to a written question from Tory MP Mike Wood.
She said: ‘The EU’s ban on the sale or
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