Health Strategies

Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2017

Monday, 11 September 2017

Ceisteanna (902)

Louise O'Reilly

Ceist:

902. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health the details of Ireland's food improvement plan as required by the EU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37194/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

Ireland is actively involved in the EU Food Reformulation Project and is represented by my Department on the EU High Level Group on Nutrition and Physical Activity. The EU High Level Group is agreeing EU targets for reformulation of foods and beverages with Member States across Europe.

In line with the relevant actions in the National Obesity Policy and Action Plan 2016-2025, a Food Reformulation Working Group is being established and membership is being determined by my Department. Draft terms of reference are being prepared for this technical Group and it is envisaged that it will be convened in the near future.