Retail outlets selling food must, by law, sell food that is safe to eat. Food Hygiene Regulations (1950-89) and EU Food Hygiene Directives control the sale of food from all outlets including shops, supermarkets, takeaways and restaurants. The Sale of Goods and Supply of Service Act 1980, which states that goods should be of merchantable quality, fit for their purpose and as described, also applies to the sale of food. A wide range of European Labelling Regulations require that certain information be given on the labels or packages of most foodstuffs.