Debate contribution: Soft Drinks Industry Levy

Debate contribution by Mr Mark Durkan on 10 June 2024.

MLA: Mr Mark Durkan
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 10 June 2024
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Soft Drinks Industry Levy
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 4495245

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I congratulate the Minister and wish him well on his elevation from frying pan to fire. I do not doubt his desire to do things differently, if it means improving outcomes for people, primarily, but also the public purse. In that vein, does the Minister concur that increased targeted spend on prevention and early intervention will dramatically reduce suffering from, and spend on, conditions associated with obesity?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 558/22-27.

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