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Community & HumanityWednesday 15 July 2026

Parliament's health committee is calling for strict limits on where fast food outlets can open, proposing that chains be banned from operating near schools in a bid to tackle Britain's obesity crisis.

The Commons committee is also recommending an end to junk food advertising on billboards and public transport—moves designed to reduce temptation and protect young people during crucial formative years. The proposals reflect growing concern about childhood nutrition and long-term health outcomes. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: When communities work together to reshape their environments, they create healthier futures for the next generation.

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