Government Eases Rules for Home-Based Cake Makers to Boost Competition
The Government is easing regulations for home-based cake makers, aiming to cut costs and boost competition. The changes follow complaints from bakers and will come into effect from November.
Ministers Andrew Hoggard and David Seymour announced the shift, which scraps annual food safety audits that could cost over $1000. Home bakers will still need to report safety issues and participate in recalls and free training.
The changes aim to reduce compliance costs for 'low-risk' businesses, making it cheaper and easier for home-based cake makers to sell their goods. Bakers will still need a food plan, and financial audit rules remain unchanged. The government is looking into food labelling improvements.
From November, home-based cake makers will face simpler registration requirements and will no longer face ongoing verification. The changes aim to boost competition and consumer choice, especially in smaller towns. The German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture has also recently updated its rules for home bakers.
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