The briefing estimates that a shift to more plant-based wholefoods like vegetables, pulses and legumes in UK hospital meals could save the NHS £54.9 million per year directly on procurement costs.
The awards aim to recognise the commitment and contribution of the association’s members.
It has become the first catering and facilities management producer to successfully meet the standards required.
The annual competition challenges chefs from across the business, spanning various sectors and companies, to showcase their culinary skills and compete for the title.
Professor Kevin Morgan from Cardiff University will host a session titled ‘Public Sector Food Procurement in Schools Hospitals and Prisons’.
As a provider of food services to the health and care industry, Sodexo understands the critical role nutrition plays in patient recovery, overall health and wellbeing.
The HCA Awards aim to recognise the hard work, excellence and achievements of HCA members across the UK.
The Market Express store, which officially opened on 30th January, will be open 24 hours a day, seven days per week offering a range of products from food to go, groceries and hot beverages.
There are 17 award categories open for nom
South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust serves 1.2 million people across London.