Ban ads for unhealthy food aimed at children

THE Government should ban TV adverts for food and drink products that are high in fat, salt and sugar and which specifically target children under the age of 16.

Wed, 21 Feb, 2007 - 00:00

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Child obesity is a serious problem that must be tackled.

Such a ban is being introduced in Britain after four years of research and consultation.

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