Navigating Misinformation in Food Safety

Misinformation has become one of the most significant challenges facing food safety communication today. From social media myths to misleading health claims, inaccurate information can undermine trust, distort risk perception, and ultimately impact public health.

The Food Safety Consultative Council (FSCC) of the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) invites you to an in-person open event exploring the critical issue of navigating misinformation in food safety and how it can be effectively addressed in a rapidly evolving communication landscape.

The FSCC serves as a platform for discussing food safety issues and offers advice to the FSAI Board on relevant matters. Comprising members from various sectors related to food safety, it provides an opportunity for consumers, industry representatives, and stakeholders to contribute to the FSAI's strategic goals and agenda.

This 2026 open meeting will focus on navigating misinformation in food safety and will examine:

• Communicating in the modern world
• How misinformation impacts food safety and consumer trust
• What misinformation looks like in the context of modern communication
• The psychology behind why misinformation spreads and gains traction
• Practical approaches to countering misinformation and communicating risk effectively

Through expert presentations and a thought-provoking panel discussion, this event will create space for open dialogue and the exchange of perspectives on the challenges of communicating food safety in today’s complex information environment.

Event details

📅 Thursday 5 March 2026

📍 Convention Centre Dublin

The event will bring together subject matter experts, consumer representatives, food safety regulators, academics and policymakers from across Government departments.

The programme will feature a range of expert speakers and conclude with a moderated panel discussion, led by journalist, author, and broadcaster, Suzanne Campbell.

Who should attend?

This event is designed for food businesses, food safety professionals, regulators, policymakers, communicators, academics and anyone with an interest in food safety, risk communication and public trust. Whether you work directly in food safety or in communications, this event will provide valuable insights into tackling misinformation in the modern world.

Reasons not to miss it:

🧠 Understanding Misinformation: Gain insight into how and why misinformation spreads and its real-world impact on food safety.

📢 Communicating Risk: Learn practical approaches to communicating complex food safety issues clearly, accurately and credibly.

💬 Expert Panel Discussion: Engage with leading voices in a dynamic discussion on challenges, opportunities and solutions.

🤝 Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and stakeholders from across the food industry, regulatory bodies, academia and public policy.

This event is free to attend, but space is limited - be sure to register early.

Register with the planet in mind 🌱

Please register only if you plan to attend. This helps us reduce food waste and minimise the environmental impact of the event. Reducing no-shows helps us plan catering and room capacity efficiently. Unused registrations contribute to food waste, unnecessary printing, and avoidable venue emissions.

Please note: During the event, photographs and videos will be taken for promotional purposes. By participating, you consent to the use of your image in various formats, including print and digital media. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform us.

To explore the Food Safety Consultative Council and its diverse membership, click here.

Info: Journalist and Entrepreneur

Info: School of Psychology, University College Dublin

Info: Doctor, Physiotherapist and Trainer

Info: Communications Manager, Food Safety Authority of Ireland

Info: Senior Technical Executive, Food Safety Authority of Ireland

Info: Panel Members: Mark Little (Journalist and Entrepreneur), Prof. Ciara Greene (UCD), Dr Gary McGovern (Doctor, Physiotherapist and Trainer), Jane Ryder (FSAI), Rob Phillips (FSAI)

Info: Director Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Building, Food Safety Authority of Ireland

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