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Written question asked by Baroness Finlay of Llandaff (Crossbench) on Wednesday, 9 June 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 June 2021. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Monday, 21 June 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Alcoholic Drinks: Labelling

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what is the proposed timescale for the (1) publication of the consultation on mandatory calorie labelling for pre-packaged alcoholic drinks, and (2) implementation of the policy following the consultation.

Answer

We are committed to consult shortly on our intention to make companies provide calorie labelling on all pre-packaged alcohol they sell. The consultation will include further details about the proposed timescale for implementation of the policy.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL938
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Disclosure of information Alcoholic drinks Labelling Public consultation Nutrition
Link
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