Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth – 2014 Parliamentary Question to the Department of Health

The below Parliamentary question was asked by Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth on 2014-06-27.

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what action they are taking to reduce sugar intake in children.

Earl Howe

Helping people consume fewer calories, including sugar, is key to reducing obesity levels in England. Through the Responsibility Deal, 40 companies, including those that produce and retail sugar sweetened beverages and confectionery, are removing sugar under the calorie reduction pledge.

Rules are in place that prohibit the advertising of foods high in sugar in or around children’s television.

The school food standards severely restrict the provision of foods and drinks that are high in sugar in schools.