Written question asked by Sue Doughty (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 7 September 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 October 2004. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Monday, 11 October 2004 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what plans he has to reduce the amount of (a) red meat and (b) white meat consumed; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Sue Doughty: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to reduce the amount of (a) red meat and (b) white meat consumed; and if he will make a statement. [188082] Miss Melanie Johnson: The Government recognise the contribution meat can make to a healthy balanced diet and have no plans to take specific action to reduce meat consumption. They are however, taking a number of steps to encourage people to eat a healthier diet, which includes advising moderate consumption of meat and encouraging people to choose leaner cuts and remove visible fat and poultry skin.

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