Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs written question – answered at on 12 February 2026.
James MacCleary
Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Defence)
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department if taking steps to help promote fish as part of a healthy diet.
Angela Eagle
The Minister of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Fish is a healthy and nutritious source of protein that can play an important role in achieving a balanced diet. The NHS Eatwell Guide recommends eating at least two portions of fish per week, with one of those portions portion being oily fish.
The Government’s Food Strategy outlines goals for healthier and more affordable food that will help us move towards a ‘good food cycle’. This includes an improved food environment that supports healthier, more environmentally sustainable food sales accessible to all.
Yes1 person thinks so
No0 people think not
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