MPs call for ban on fast food outlets opening near schools to tackle obesity
A cross-party group of UK MPs is calling for a ban on fast food outlets near schools and stricter regulations on junk food advertising. The committee argues that current planning loopholes allow chains to bypass local council restrictions, contributing to the nation's obesity crisis.
MPs say fast food chains are exploiting ‘loopholes’ to challenge councils that stop them opening near schools. MPs say fast food chains are exploiting ‘loopholes’ to challenge councils that stop them opening near schools. Obesity MPs call for ban on fast food outlets opening near schools to tackle obesity Commons health committee also recommends end to junk food advertising on billboards and public transport
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