SUGAR REDUCTION IN SOFT DRINKS

Early day motion 968, tabled 24 January 2013 by Keith Vaz (Labour). Signed by 32 members.

That this House welcomes the decision made by GlaxoSmithKline to reduce the amount of sugar in two of their best selling drinks; notes that Lucozade will reduce sugar content by 8 per cent and Ribena by 10 per cent; recognises that food and soft drink manufacturers must take some responsibility for helping people to make healthier choices; further notes that currently the Responsibility Deal agreements with industry are voluntary; recommends other manufacturers follow suit and reduce sugar content in their products; and calls on the Government to introduce legislation to limit the amount of sugar, salt and fat in food and drink.

Signatures by party: Labour 15, Liberal Democrat 6, DUP 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Conservative 2, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Respect 1.