EATING OUT WITH COELIAC DISEASE

Early day motion 1125, tabled 18 March 2009 by Gordon Banks (Labour). Signed by 71 members.

That this House recognises that people with coeliac disease have an autoimmune disease for which the only treatment is a lifelong adherence to a gluten-free diet; acknowledges that 58 per cent. of those diagnosed with coeliac disease are most concerned about the lack of safe gluten-free options offered in restaurants and similar places; urges chefs and caterers to improve the availability of gluten-free choices; and commends and supports Coeliac UK for its Eating Out campaign to make eating out possible for people with the condition which will significantly improve their quality of life and create more business for the hospitality sector.

Signatures by party: Labour 46, Liberal Democrat 13, Conservative 6, DUP 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent 1.