Currently school children are weighed at the start and end of their time at primary school. However, figures show that obesity rates double between the two periods.
Jamie Oliver and Sustain have been campaigning for the introduction of a sugary drinks tax.
Over half (60%) admit to skipping breakfast at least once a week, while almost eight in 10 have a day a week where they don’t eat lunch.
Paul Freeston, apetito CEO, said: “Community meals help those who rely on them to remain independent within their own homes by supporting their health and wellbeing, which also eases the pressure o
The report suggests that poor communication with people whose first language is not English, or a smaller range of choice available if people have specific dietary requirements related to religion
The future of UK policy and industry practice relating to high fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) foods will be discussed at a conference in December.
At the NACC annual awards last night, who currently heads operations in the UK for German catering equipment manufacturer MKN, was presented with the Pam Rhodes Outstanding Service Award, named aft
Malcolm Clark, coordinator of the Sustain Children’s Food Campaign, said: “It seems absurd that the government is prematurely ruling out a potent part of its arsenal for reducing excessive sugar co
A statement from the Department of Health says: “The Government has no plans to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages.
The Bronze Catering Mark has been awarded in recognition of Elior and Carillion’s drive to provide fresh, healthy and sustainable food at its retail catering outlets.