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Responsible RetailingConsumer healthTo help our customers make informed buying decisions, allour private label brands include a Daily Intake Guide. A simple graphicshows the energy, fat, saturated fat, sugars and sodium content of thatfood package as a proportion of the recommended daily intake. We’removing towards having nutritional information on the front label of allof our private grocery label products by the end of 2012.Responsible service of beer and wineWhen it comes to selling beer and wine, we go beyond regulatoryrequirements, applying our own strict standards. This includes requiringproof of identification for all customers who look under 25 years old.In addition, we never sell alcoholic products below cost.Trading fairlyOur Code of Conduct outlines our voluntary commitment tofair dealings with our suppliers, while always seeking the best dealfor our customers. We aim to deal fairly, act reasonably and negotiatefair outcomes with our partners and suppliers.Ethical sourcingAs part of this commitment to human rights, fair workingconditions and environmental protection, we have developed an EthicalSourcing Policy. This ensures we source our products responsibly.It includes working with suppliers to improve their social andenvironmental practices and providing clear guidance to our buying staff.Palm oilWe have taken active steps in response to concerns about theimpact of the growing demand for palm oil on rainforest areas in South-East Asia, West Africa and South America. Through Woolworths Limited,we are a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil. We havecommitted to use only certified sustainable palm oil by 2015 for all ourprivate label products.