Food industry’s school report: Can do better!
The food industry may feel aggrieved by the UK government’s tough stance on school food but it can hardly be…
The obesity debate
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EU: Food industry could face legal action over obesity
Delegates to the Annual Obesity Europe conference, which will be held in Brussels next month, will be warned that they…
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UK: Food industry reaction to school dinner decision mixed
UK food industry body the Food and Drink Federation has responded to the Department of Education’s announcement on food standards…
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UK: Junk foods banned from school menus
Junk foods are to be banned from school meals in the UK under new standards set out by the country’s…
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Industry calls for government action on obesity
The food industry can help to address unhealthy diets, but the government must act to tackle the issue of inactive…
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NZ: Consumer group says cereal manufacturers adding to childhood obesity
The Consumers’ Institute of New Zealand has published a study that accuses breakfast cereals marketed at children of containing too…
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Case for self-regulation still carries weight
While children’s advertising is one of the most politically charged issues facing the food industry, recent statements from regulatory authorities…
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UK: Government health campaign puts emphasis on individual responsibility
The UK Department of Health has launched a campaign to emphasise that small achievable lifestyle changes can bring health benefits.…
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UK: Snack foods go healthy
According to new research from market intelligence providers Key Note, the snack food industry is working to prove that snacks…
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UK: Unilever UK chairman notes government shift
Gavin Neath, chairman of Unilever UK, has voiced criticism of the UK Government over its approach to a planned joint…