My younger sister is battling anorexia nervosa, a life-changing eating disorder. Her strength in battling this is admirable, yet legislative changes have made it much harder. The recent legislation requiring restaurants to display calorie counts on their menus has had a devastating impact on her. This law, while well-intentioned for promoting healthier eating habits, can inadvertently trigger those with eating disorders.

BEAT, a UK charity supporting people with eating disorders estimate 1.25 million people in the UK suffer. The constant presence of calorie information can be harmful and triggering for these individuals, potentially jeopardising their recovery or treatment plans.

We understand the importance of providing nutritional information for those who want it. However, making it mandatory on all menus takes away the choice from customers like my sister who are trying to recover from an eating disorder.

We propose that restaurants should have the option to provide this information upon request rather than displaying it prominently on all menus. This way, customers who wish to know can still access this information without causing distress to others.

Please sign this petition if you believe in giving people back their choice and supporting those struggling with eating disorders in our society.