Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
1345. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health when the stakeholder forum on the built environment will be convened; the stakeholders and range of same that will be invited to attend and make a presentation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32476/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraActions in both the Obesity Policy and Action Plan, and the National Physical Activity Plan, commit to developing guidelines and support materials for those working in developing the built environment for urban development and planning, in relation to reducing the obesogenic environment and to promote the importance of physical activity.
These actions are being progressed under the two policy areas under the auspices of the cross-sectoral groups established to oversee implementation.
A key early action agreed to progress this area of work, and to also further enhance stakeholder engagement and collaboration, is the holding of a stakeholder forum on the built environment in 2018.
Planning for the Forum, which is intended to take place in November, is at an advanced stage, and a number of individuals have been approached with regard to giving presentations. A wide range of stakeholders will be invited to the Forum, comprising key representatives from health, sport, planning, environment, local government and others.
It is expected that full details of the Forum will be agreed and available in September.
