We have a role as the key, trusted, authoritative source of advice on the Scottish diet. We advise the Scottish Government, other authorities and the public on food, including responding to public consultations and producing positions statements on food and nutrition issues.
The Eatwell Guide
Following its publication in March 2016, FSS published a position statement of support for the new Eatwell Guide highlighting the extensive, robust and independent nature of its development.
Folic acid
In October 2018, UK Public Health Minister announced that the government would consult on mandatory fortification of flour with folic acid to prevent foetal abnormalities.
- Food Standards Scotland statement on folic acid
- Food Standard Scotland’s response to consultation on folic acid fortification in flour
Soft drinks industry levy
In March 2016, UK government announced that it would introduce a Soft Drinks Industry Levy from April 2018.
SACN Carbohydrates and health report
In July 2015, the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition published its review of the evidence on Carbohydrates and health, which included new recommendations on intakes of free sugars and fibre.
