Decision details

To update the portfolio holder on an opportunity to work with partners on the Healthier Options programme; an intervention engaging with local food businesses to provide healthier food and drink options.

The Environmental Services Portfolio Holder:

a)    AGREED:

The memorandum of understanding to participate in the Healthier Options initiative to engage and support local businesses to promote healthier menu options and food preparation techniques.

b)    SUPPORTED:

A strategic mix of options one and two:

Option 1 – officers coordinate promotion with their regulatory intervention programme.

Option 2 – evidence based targeted approach to those businesses located in areas of high incidence of adult obesity who supply fast-food traditionally of a high calorific content.

c)    REQUESTED an update approximately six months after the project started.