MPs are calling for the government to introduce new advertising restrictions which would stop supermarkets discounting unhealthy food and drinks as part of strict new measures intended to tackle child obesity.
In a new report, published today (27 March), the Commons health select committee urged the government to review its legislation regarding promotions for unhealthy food and drinks aimed at children.
The Committee of Advertising Practice, a sister organisation of the Advertising Standards Authority, has introduced new restrictions on adverting for high-fat and high-sugar foods on non-broadcast media – such as on smartphones, however the select committee said more action Read full story ›
Source: The Drum
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