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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Nick Harvey (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 13 December 2007 on behalf of the House of Commons Commission.


Food Allergies

Question
What policies the Refreshment Department has to cater for people with food allergies.
Answer

Dishes suitable for those with gluten allergies are identified and indicated on all menus, as are dishes suitable for vegetarians, and healthy options. If applicable, menus will state that dishes contain nuts or traces of nuts, and further training for all catering staff on allergen awareness will begin in March and run through till May of next year.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
469 c459 
173665 
Session
2007-08
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Catering Food Labelling Allergies Refreshment Department
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk