OHA NEWS & BLOG
OHA response to Public Health England’s new guidelines published for industry to reduce sugar in everyday food eaten by children
“The food industry has a responsibility to play their part in protecting our children’s health, and reducing sugar by 20% will help tackle obesity, and create a healthier future for our children. The Government has set a very achievable goal and we...
Response to Health Select Committee report – Childhood Obesity: Follow Up
“It’s reassuring to see the Committee reiterate the importance of tackling childhood obesity which has reached a devastating high. We agree that a range of actions are needed to protect our children’s health.” “Current loopholes in junk food...
OHA statement in response to the Food and Drink Federation’s comments about not being able to meet 20% sugar reduction targets.
Children of all ages are eating far too much sugar. Sugar is a key driver for the dangerously high levels of overweight and obesity in children in the UK. Reducing the sugar hidden in everyday foods will help us all have a healthier diet. And it...
OHA response to Soft Drinks Industry Levy rates announced in Spring Budget Statement
“The Soft Drinks Industry Levy is a bold, positive and necessary move we believe will help reduce the amount of sugar our children consume. “There is evidence from other countries that show similar taxes have helped to reduce the amount of sugary...
OHA response to report on price and unhealthy food consumption
"There is clear evidence to show that increasing the price reduces the consumption of unhealthy food, especially sugary drinks. Other countries that have introduced taxes on soft drinks have seen a drop in consumption, including Mexico, France and...