UKHospitality responds to Lords Committee report on obesity

Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of UKHospitality, said: “The Committee’s recommendation to exclude, under certain circumstances, food businesses and the trade associations that represent them from discussions about food, diet and obesity policy is concerning.

“It would eliminate a key partner that is, ultimately, responsible for delivering the Committee’s ambition to deliver a better food system.

“Let’s be clear, the hospitality sector shares this ambition and has already made significant progress towards that, and recent work with the Government in areas like the Food Data Transparency Partnership underlines this.

“Whether it’s grabbing lunch on the go or going for a meal out with friends and family, hospitality businesses have made significant progress to ensure there are plenty of healthy options available for consumers, and continue to invest in this area.

“I’m pleased the Government has already engaged with the hospitality sector about its future plans and I would urge it to continue this engagement, recognising the key partner we are to deliver its aims.”