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13 October 2011

FDF comment on the Government's obesity framework

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PRESS RELEASE

In response to the Government announcement on the obesity framework, FDF Director of Communications Terry Jones said:

“We are pleased to see the Government taking a holistic approach to tackling the complex problem of obesity. The framework's clear focus and defined roles for a wide range of players including government, individuals, businesses and the health service at both a national and local level recognises that this is everybody's business."

“Food manufacturers have a great track record of positive contributions to improving public health including clear labelling and reformulation of products, to help consumers make healthy choices. Following the announcement today, we are committed to continuing to work in partnership with the Department of Health and others through the Public Health Responsibility Deal to play our part in supporting people to achieve an appropriate calorie intake and a healthy lifestyle.”

Note to Editors

  1. The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is the voice of the food and drink manufacturing industry – the UK's largest manufacturing sector. For more information about FDF and the industry we represent visit: www.fdf.org.uk.

More Information

FDF Press team
Nicki Hunt on or 020 7420 7132 - nicki.hunt@fdf.org.uk
Rebecca Wilhelm or 020 7420 7140 - rebecca.wilhelm@fdf.org.uk
Sarah Jenkinson or 020 7420 7131 - sarah.jenkinson@fdf.org.uk
Anna Taylor or 020 7420 7118 - anna.taylor@fdf.org.uk

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