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Forfar-born MEP gives bridie bid backing from Brussels

Scottish MEP Ian Hudghton is backing a bid for the Forfar Bridie to be given protected status.
Scottish MEP Ian Hudghton is backing a bid for the Forfar Bridie to be given protected status.

Scottish MEP Ian Hudghton has backed the bid for protected status for the Forfar bridie.

The world-famous Forfar bridie is a horseshoe-shaped pasty that has been a part of town life since the 19th Century.

But the savoury beef delicacy has attracted a host of imitators, and local moves are underway to protect the provenance of the vaunted dish.

No fewer than 117 consultees are receiving packs asking whether they believe the Forfar Bridie should be given Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status under the EU Protected Food Name scheme.

The drive has been spearheaded by the Forfar Bridie Producers Association and Angus Council.

Kris Miller, Courier, 05/09/15. Picture today at Dundee Flower and Food Festival shows Forfar Bridie is to bid for Protected Food Name (PFN) status.
The Forfar bridie could be ranked alongside delicacies such as champagne and Parma ham.

Mr Hudghton, a Forfarian who still lives in the town, said: “I am delighted to support this application for the Forfar Bridie to become an official European-protected quality product, to take its place alongside the likes of world-famous produce such as Parma ham and feta cheese, and I have responded supportively to the consultation.

“This is an important reminder of the real benefits which EU membership gives us.

“Under EU law registered local delicacies can receive protection from imitation and a boost to their marketing profile.

“Many Scottish products, such as Arbroath Smokies, Ayrshire Dunlop cheese and Scottish salmon have already taken advantage of this, and I hope Forfar Bridies will do likewise.

“These economic and cultural opportunities simply would not exist without a common framework for independent countries to come together to find joint solutions to common challenges.”