Childhood obesity5 Mar 2026Council funds free gym memberships for under 18s The scheme is intended to help combat obesity in children and teenagers. 5 Mar 202619 Feb 2026Childhood obesity may not cause 'lifelong risk'Data from the University of Bristol's Children of the 90s study were used in the research.19 Feb 202610 Nov 2025End-of-aisle promotions ban 'should be looked at'Guernsey's Health Improvement Comission says more needs to be done to tackle health inequality.10 Nov 20256 Nov 2025Childhood weight report highlights inequalitiesA measurement programme shows a slight rise in overweight and obese children in two age groups.6 Nov 202521 Oct 2025Council plans to restrict junk food adsReading council says it wants to use its "critical role" to help residents live healthier lives.21 Oct 202517 Oct 2025Over and underweight children 'cost NHS the same'The study finds the NHS spends about £340m a year on weight-related problems in children.17 Oct 20251 Oct 2025'Buy one, get one free' deals for unhealthy food bannedCrisps, sweets, chocolate and fizzy drinks will be covered by restrictions starting in England.1 Oct 202520 Sep 2025Junk food ads banned from council propertyThe policy is focused on sustainability and promoting healthy food and drink.20 Sep 202512 Sep 2025Obesity rates in primary school children hit 40%The worst ward in Middlesbrough for childhood obesity is North Ormesby, a council meeting hears.12 Sep 2025...