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Subject: Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban in the UK
Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/24 at 2:06 pm
Certain types of porridge, crumpets and breakfast cereals are included in a list of products that fall under a new junk food advertising ban.
The government says the legislation, which applies to both paid online adverts and TV adverts shown before 21:00, is designed to curb childhood obesity.
Due to come into force in October 2025, food classed by the government as "less healthy" falls under the ban, and includes fast food, soft drinks and ready meals as well as pastries, cereal bars and sweetened yoghurts.
Cook and TV presenter Thomasina Miers welcomed the move as "bold" but the ban has prompted criticism from others.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgrwzx8er9o
Subject: Re: Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban in the UK
Written By: karen on 12/07/24 at 2:57 am
Well, given that Quaker can describe what is essentially flapjack as “porridge on the go” it is not surprising that some cereals and snacks could perhaps be described as junk food (certainly in terms of the levels of sugar and fats). However I am not sure how much of a nanny state we need on this matter. Better education is more important I feel.