Derek Keating (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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Question 396: To ask the Minister for Health the terms of reference and membership of the special action group on obesity; when he expects it to report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16576/11]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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The purpose of the Special Action Group on Obesity is to examine and progress a number of issues, including nutritional labelling, calorie posting on restaurant menus and the treatment of obesity. The Group will liaise with other Departments and organisations as required. They are to report to me on an ongoing basis. Membership of the Group is as follows:

Dr John Devlin Department of Health

Professor Donal O'Shea Health Service Executive

Dr Nazi Eldin Health Service Executive

Dr Mary Flynn Food Safety Authority of Ireland

Dr Cliodhna Foley Nolan Safefood

Ursula O'Dwyer Department of Health

Sandra Barnes Department of Health

Bríd O'Higgins Department of Health