Food restrictions on unhealthy items take effect in Scottish supermarkets

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 11:43 · Archive

Restrictions on foods high in fat, sugar and salt come into force across Scottish supermarkets from today.

Restrictions on foods high in fat, sugar and salt have come into force across Scottish supermarkets from 1 October. The rules apply across Scotland and are intended to tackle unhealthy eating habits through limiting how such products are promoted and positioned in stores.

The restrictions regulate the placement and promotion of items deemed high in fat, sugar and salt, aiming to make healthier options more accessible to consumers.

How it is being reported

• Food restrictions to come into force across Glasgow supermarkets todayGlasgow Times · 1 Oct, 16:44
• 'Unhealthy' food restrictions come into force in Scottish supermarkets from todayGlasgow Live · 1 Oct, 07:16

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