The petition, which was launched by British Lion Egg Processors, has received support from MPs including Neil Parish, Jim Shannon and Rosie Cooper as well as celebrity Myleene Klass.
The petition was started in response to research which showed that, while consumers put their trust in British supermarkets to sell safe products and be transparent with their sourcing, they were ‘surprised and concerned’ that a significant number of imported eggs are used in pre-prepared foods, such as quiche, egg sandwiches and salads.
In recent years there have been a number of food safety issues associated with egg products produced in Europe and further afield. Using imported eggs also adds unnecessary food miles and does not guarantee the high standards set out in the Code of Practice for the Production of Lion Quality Egg Products.
Andrew Joret, British Egg Industry Council Chairman, said: “Consumers deserve to be told clearly where the eggs in their food come from, whether it’s an egg sandwich, quiche or a scotch egg.
“We have already had positive feedback from some retailers and this milestone will help remind them, and others, how important this issue is to British consumers. Our mission now is to continue raising awareness and encouraging others to support the movement.”
To sign the petition, visit here.