Q&A: Why does the EU want to ban smoky flavourings in food products?

Most people in Ireland think of products such as smoked salmon as a healthy option in their diets so this news has come as a shock.

A EU plan to phase out some smoky flavourings in food has everyone from Kerrygold to pub-goers fond of a bag or two of smoky bacon crisps up in arms. 

So what is going on?