- The Commons Health and Social Care Committee has said it has “no faith” in ministers delivering their strategy to end Britain's obesity epidemic, citing a lack of detail.
- MPs have urged the Prime Minister to make tackling the obesity crisis a personal mission by establishing a cohesive plan with clear targets and milestones.
- Committee chairwoman Layla Moran called for stricter regulations on junk food advertising, clearer food labelling, and restrictions on fast food outlets near schools.
- The committee also warned that current NHS rollouts of weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro are unambitious, leaving millions to seek private treatment.
- The Department of Health and Social Care defended its existing prevention measures and stated it will carefully consider the committee's recommendations.
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