May 26, 2023
Evidence shows that children living with overweight and obesity now risk serious life-limiting and life-threatening health problems later in life. Jennifer O’Mara, World Cancer Research Fund International’s Policy & Public Affairs Officer reflects on the...
May 24, 2023
In this blog, Prof Jim McManus, Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) President welcomes the launch of the Obesity Health Alliance manifesto which sets out an ambitious agenda. The scale of the challenge demands honesty, brave decisions and long-term...
May 23, 2023
8 out of 10 UK adults support the Government banning advertising of unhealthy food on TV (79%) and online (81%) to kids 68% of UK adults would support an industry levy being extended beyond soft drinks if the money supported children’s food and health initiatives The...
May 23, 2023
The Obesity Health Alliance launches its Manifesto for the next General Election – highlighting the massive opportunity to protect child health. The next government can deliver this by building on the successes of the Soft Drinks Industry Levy and empowering local...
May 22, 2023
The Labour Party have today announced that their third mission in government will be to: Build an NHS fit for the future: that is there when people need it; with fewer lives lost to the biggest killers; in a fairer Britain, where everyone lives well for longer. The...
