Extract from Scottish Parliament: Health, Social Care and Sport Committee - Sep 12

Carol Mochan (South Scotland) (Lab): I have one more tiny question. I am interested in the Daily Mile. How much commitment is there across Scotland to the Daily Mile? Is it is still a priority?

Jenni Minto (Minister for Public Health and Women's Health): I was in Elgin during the summer, which was the first place where I had come across the Daily Mile. People at the health centre there spoke about the importance of exercise, which is just as important as what we eat. Staff at the health centre explained how they are supporting families, and not only with the Daily Mile. People aged from eight months to 80 are attending the health centre to get support with fitness, whether through the Daily Mile or something more physical such as swimming or weight training. That is really important.

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