Brussels, 15/04/2004 (Agence Europe) - The ten new Member States joining the EU on 1 May are on track to meet European food safety standards according to David Byrne, Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner. "Major progress has been made as a result of strong collaboration between the European Commission and the competent authorities of the new Member States". Some food establishments (processing plants, dairies and abattoirs) will need some transitional time to finish upgrading their...