17th Jul 2024 - 06:00
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Free drink refills could be banned in restaurants and cafés by the Welsh Government in a bid to help the population make healthier choices, it was reported by BBC News.
Health Secretary Eluned Morgan started a consultation to restrict promotions of food products that are high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS). It also proposes a restriction on unhealthy food deals like buy one get one free.
Another proposal is that retailers won’t be able to place high fat, sugar and salt food products in certain locations in stores, including entrances, end of aisles, checkout or queueing areas.
A Welsh Government spokesperson told BBC News: "This proposed legislation is part of a broad range of approaches, both voluntary and regulatory, that we are considering to encourage the food and retail sector to produce, promote and sell healthier food and drink.”