Councillor for the Waterford Division in Portmore, St Catherine, Fenley Douglas, is calling for stronger legislation to address unhealthy eating habits and to regulate food imports, which he believes contribute to Jamaica's growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

Speaking at the launch of the Ministry of Health and Wellness' digital initiatives, Jamaica Moves and Chronic Care Connect, at the Social Development Commission (SDC) complex in Spanish Town on Wednesday, Douglas argued that changing the nation's eating habits must be a central part of the public health agenda.

Representing Mayor of Spanish Town Norman Scott, Douglas said the country has reached a point where the welfare of citizens must take precedence over commercial interests.