What is England's sugar target and why has the food industry missed it?

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While sugar levels have fallen in soft drinks, the amount in food remains concerning

Photograph: Dan Matthews/GuardianPhotograph: Dan Matthews/Guardian, the food industry has failed to meet a voluntary target to remove 20% of sugar by 2020, instead cutting only 3% from supermarket, cafe and restaurant products over the last three years.The government’s sugar reduction plan is a voluntary deal with the food and drinks industry – though not alcoholic drinks – that is based on advice from PublicEngland, which also monitors it.

 

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