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The Coalition have supported a plan by the soft drink industry to reduce their average sugar use by 20% within the next six years.

The Australian Medical Association president, Tony Bartone, has criticised the decision, believing it distracts from issues such as the obesity epidemic and excessive sugar consumption.

The AMA are calling for a national ‘sugar tax’ to discourage consumers from purchasing soft drinks.