Although many confectionary companies no longer use this colouring and Skittles were Kosher approved in the UK for a time in the late 2000s, they have not been approved for a number of years now – even as special kosher runs of the confectionary were made in the UK for sale in Israel.
During this time, British Orthodox Jews have only been able to buy packets imported back from Israel or America at a considerable markup from certain kosher shops.
Many Orthodox Jews welcomed the announcement on social media, describing it as “fantastic” and having “made my week.
“Don’t tell my kids!” begged a parent, presumably concerned about their children’s teeth.
A Skittles packet may not have a KLBD label on it but - as with many kosher items in the UK - while KLBD has not certified it, it has been kosher approved.
For up-to-date information on which products are kosher, people are advised to use the KLBD's "Is it Kosher" search engine.
