Jul 23, 2019
“We are pleased to see the Government announce further plans as part of their commitment to halve childhood obesity by 2030. These proposals address important areas such as the content and marketing of infant food and clear labelling to support families to understand...
Jul 8, 2019
Over the last week obesity has barely left the headlines. Thanks to comments from Boris Johnson about the role of taxes on unhealthy drinks, to new statistics showing the role excess weight plays in increasing cancer risk, the media has covered has covered discussions...
Jul 3, 2019
“The soft drinks industry levy certainly had a huge impact on the behaviour of sugary drinks manufacturers – half reduced sugar in their drinks before it was introduced in April 2018, removing the equivalent of 45 million kg of sugar. Meanwhile voluntary programmes...
Jun 25, 2019
86% of public say childhood obesity is a ‘serious problem’ as leading health campaigners warn faster progress is needed to protect children from health risks of obesity One year on from the publication of the Government’s landmark childhood obesity plan: chapter 2,...
Jun 20, 2019
When the initial Obesity Health Alliance members first came together in 2015, our founding aim was to speak to Government with one voice about what they should prioritise to reduce overweight and obesity. Nearly four years on and with 46 members, representing disease...
