The UK is about to ban the sale of snacks at checkouts in supermarkets

Restrictions will apply not only to the sale of such goods at checkouts, but also at store entrances. Also

foods high in sugar and fatAdvertising will not be permitted on website home pages or on checkout or payment pages. And restaurants will no longer be able to offer high-sugar drinks for free. It is noted that in the country 63% of adults are overweight or obese. 

Also large retailers with 50 or moreEmployees will be prohibited from making offers for the wholesale sale of such products. In addition, in such large chains the location of goods high in sugar and fat will be determined by the government. 

Earlier, at the beginning of 2020, Prime Minister BorisJohnson has asked for a reduction in the country's rates of overweight and obesity. Diabetes UK policy director Helen Kirrane said the new restrictions would be a "positive step towards helping people across the UK start living healthier lives".

Definition of foods and beverages with highfat or sugar content will be based on existing guidelines and will also include foods such as chocolate, candy, chips, sodas, milkshakes, juice drinks, cakes, baked goods, puddings, cookies, yoghurts, ready meals and chips ...

The restrictions must take effect before April 2022. 

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