Obesity is undoubtedly a significant problem. In 2023, one-quarter (26.2%) of adults in the UK were estimated to be obese (a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above). A further 38% are overweight but not obese. Almost three-quarters of those aged 45-74 in England are overweight or obese.
Now, the UK Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, has given us the answer: …