Junk Food

Following the passing of regulations by Holyrood last year, new restrictions will be introduced from 1 October to "support people to make healthier food choices". Businesses with more than 50 employees will no longer be allowed to display prepackaged junk food such as sugary soft drinks, confectiona

Proposals to limit the promotion of food and drink high in fat, sugar or salt have been published. The Scottish government’s consultation seeks views on restricting the promotion of confectionery, cakes, crisps, savoury snacks and sugary soft drinks at checkouts and front of store, and on mult

A bill to curb the promotion of junk food has been shelved by the Scottish government amid fears for the food industry in the current crisis. In September last year, the government pledged to bring the bill forward before the end of this parliament in an attempt to address the obesity problem in Sco