FOI/202500479445 · FOI · unclear
Source of meat eaten in Scottish Government buildings: FOI release
Information requested
The source of the meat that is purchased for use in the canteens and restaurants within the Scottish Government’s main buildings in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Please confirm whether all meat eaten in Scottish Government offices and canteens is produced in Scotland, and if not, the country (or countries) of origin for each type of meat.
Response
The meat purchased for use in Scottish Government canteens and restaurants within the Scottish Government’s main buildings in Edinburgh and Glasgow is sourced by our catering contractor from Campbells Prime Meats based in Linlithgow.
Please see the table below for requested information on countries of origin for each meat.
Product 2025 Provenance Beef 100% Scottish sourced Pork 100% Scottish sourced Lamb 58% Scottish, 42% UK Chicken & Turkey 100% UK sourced
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Contact Please quote the FOI reference Central Correspondence Unit Email: contactus@gov.scot Phone: 0300 244 4000 The Scottish Government St Andrew's House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DG
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