Case for self-regulation still carries weight
While children’s advertising is one of the most politically charged issues facing the food industry, recent statements from regulatory authorities…
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While children?s advertising is one of the most politically charged issues facing the food industry, recent statements from regulatory authorities in both the US and the UK suggest continued official support for self-regulation. Chris Lyddon reports.
US: Government calls for self-regulation of food advertising for kids
The US Department of Health and Human Services and the Federal Trade Commission have jointly issued a report calling on…
CANADA: Calls for tax on junk food in fight against obesity
The president of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) wants a junk food tax to fight against "the epidemic of childhood…
US: CARU reviewing child advertising guidelines
The US Children's Advertising Review Unit (CARU) is reviewing its self-regulatory guidelines following an Institute of Medicine report criticizing how…
UK: English schools face junk food ban
The government is set to announce a ban on unhealthy foods in English school meals and vending machines.
USA: Parents blamed for children’s obesity
Most adults blame the parents for America’s child obesity problem, according to a report by market analysts Mintel.
DENMARK: Denmark leaning toward junk food advertising ban
Denmark's Consumer Council (CC), with the support of the Social Democratic Party, is demanding an end to television advertising for…