The obesity debate
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…