Ditching his earlier stance as a non-believer of "nannying" politics, Boris Johnson's (pic) government is announcing a new drive to help people to "take control of their own future by losing weight, getting active and adopting a healthier lifestyle".
LONDON: Britain unveiled plans to tackle an "obesity time bomb" on Monday, banning TV and online adverts for junk food before 9.00 p.m., ending "buy one get one free" deals on such foods and putting calories on menus.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has lost weight since he was in intensive care with COVID-19, wants to tackle obesity after research showed those who are obese or overweight are at increased risk of death or severe illness from the coronavirus.
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