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First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Changes to standards and technical documents updated by CEN that affect those carrying out chemical measurement in support of food regulation
Government has formulated final policy for introducing advertising restrictions for HFSS products on TV and online and is now seeking your views on the draft regulations that accompany primary legislation.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
We're seeking views from businesses and enforcement bodies about how best to enforce the restriction of promoted products high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS).
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Statins (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors) are widely used medicines for patients with lipid disorders and in the primary and secondary prevention of heart attack and stroke.
New Change4Life campaign encourages parents to 'look for 100-calorie snacks, two a day max' to cut children’s sugar intake.
Healthcare professionals should be aware of the updated information so they can discuss it with new and existing patients.
Changes to standards and technical documents updated by CEN that affect those carrying out chemical measurement in support of regulation
A recent Europe-wide review of the safety information for alli has led to a number of updates, which bring the product information in line with that for Xenical.
The UK National Measurement Laboratory supports the Institute of Food Science and Technology Lecture for 2019
Standards published by the CEN from April to May 2018, some of which are relevant to chemical measurement in support of food and animal feed regulation
There is a risk of rhabdomyolysis if Systemic fusidic acid (Fucidin) is given with statins.
The bathing water at Budleigh Salterton is at risk of failing tough new standards for water quality the Environment Agency has warned.
Public Health England (PHE) follow recommendations of independent carbohydrates and health report, including halving sugar consumption.
Statin use may be associated with a level of hyperglycaemia in some patients where formal diabetes care is appropriate.
Videos filmed during the 'Beating the cheats: Quality, safety and authenticity in the food chain’ conference at the Royal Society, London.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
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