Landmark junk food ad ban comes into force
By Liz Wells 05 January 2026
Children will be protected from exposure to junk food advertising on TV and online as new regulations come into force to help tackle childhood obesity.
Soft drink levy extended to protect children and improve health
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
The government has announced an extension of the soft drinks industry levy to more high-sugar drinks, including milk-based drinks.
Government won't 'look away' as children become unhealthier
By Liz Wells 04 November 2025
Health and social care secretary Wes Streeting says that the government ‘won’t look away as kids become unhealthier’, his comments come as new figures reveal the scale of the childhood obesity prob...
Government set to ban sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to boost childrens' health
By Liz Wells 03 September 2025
The government will consult on banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under 16s due to negative impacts on children's physical and mental health.
Government introduces healthier food standards to give babies best start in life
By Liz Wells 22 August 2025
DHSC has unveiled new guidelines for commercial baby food to reduce salt and sugar, along with clearer labelling to help parents make informed decisions.
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