The FSS said that the industry should be given 12 months to come up with new ways to help to reduce the nation’s excessive sugar consumption. Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is urging FSS to introduce a tax on sugar, or provide an alternative way to reduce sugar consumption within 15 years ; other suggestions include curbs on the promotion and advertising of certain foods containing sugar. Scotland has been missing healthy eating targets for 12 months , and despite a first less consumption of fizzy drinks, consumers have been making up for it by eating cakes, pastries and sweets.
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is urging FSS to introduce a tax on sugar, or provide an alternative way to reduce sugar consumption within 15 years ; other suggestions include curbs on the promotion and advertising of certain foods containing sugar. Scotland has been missing healthy eating targets for 12 months , and despite a first less consumption of fizzy drinks, consumers have been making up for it by eating cakes, pastries and sweets.