Those who enjoy eating out may have spotted a change to the menus in many restaurants. Legislation that was passed a year ago made it mandatory for any food business with over 250 employees to display calorie information on food labels and menus.
The law, that was made mandatory on April 6, means that restaurants with over 250 employees require that those who don't can be fined. The government stated that the law plans to "help the public to make healthier choices when eating out".
Last year when the plans were announced, then-public health minister, Jo Churchill said: "Our aim is to make it as easy as possible for people to make healthier food choices for themselves and their families, both in restaurants and at home. That is why we want to make sure everyone has access to accurate information about the food and drink we order".
