Details on proposals to restrict multibuy offers on unhealthy food in NI

Details on proposals to restrict multibuy offers on unhealthy food in NI

Obesity is one of the biggest public health challenges facing Northern Ireland, with 65% of adults living with obesity or excess weight

Northern Ireland considers curbs on junk food deals as public consultation opens

Inset: Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Northern Ireland shoppers could soon see fewer multibuy offers on unhealthy food and drinks under proposals aimed at tackling the region’s growing obesity problem. The Department of Health (DoH) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) have launched a public consultation on introducing new restrictions on the promotion and placement of foods high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS), bringing Northern Ireland into line wi…