UK govt plans 9 PM TV, online junk food ad ban for children's health amid obesity rise.

The UK government plans to ban junk food advertisements on television before 9 PM and online, targeting children's health amid rising obesity rates. Set to take effect on October 1, 2025, the ban aims to reduce exposure to unhealthy food marketing. Health Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized public health initiatives over a sugar or salt tax, as one in three children leave school overweight. The government is also consulting on potential exemptions for IPTV services.

September 12, 2024
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