Publications

Publication

Out of Home Calorie Labelling and Children’s Menu Research with those Experiencing Socioeconomic Disadvantage

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) commissioned Jump/RedTree/SMG research consortium to conduct qualitative research with consumers experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage.  This sought to explore their views on calorie labelling when eating out of home (OOH),

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Rapid Evidence Review: How Effective is Calorie Labelling in the Out of Home Sector?

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) carried out a rapid review of the best available evidence to determine the extent to which calorie labelling could support a reduction in calories consumed OOH in Scotland. This review evaluates the effectiveness of calorie la

Guidance

COVID-19 Guidance for Food Business Operators and Their Employees

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Situation Report: Changes to shopping and eating behaviours in Scotland during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020

This new situation report collates evidence demonstrating the profound implications that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Scotland's food and drink environment and diet.

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Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on eating patterns and behaviours inside the home in Scotland

This report summarises insights into the impact of COVID-19 on eating behaviours inside the home in Scotland in 2020. This data was provided by Kantar, a market research company who collect information on how often food and drink is consumed at home, along

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Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on retail purchase and price promotion in Scotland between 2019 and 2020

This report provides information on retail purchasing patterns of food and drink in Scotland throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, comparing trends throughout 2020 and 2019, using data from Kantar. It follows on from data last published by FSS in early 2021, w