#386 Government plans to tackle obesity in England

*Updated 28 September 2023*
Obesity costs the NHS around £6.5 billion a year and is the second biggest preventable cause of cancer.
Over one in four (26%) adults and 23.4% of children aged 10-11 years in England are living with obesity, placing huge pressure on the health and care system.
We’re taking action to help people make healthier choices to tackle obesity, reduce pressure on the NHS and boost the economy.
Here’s everything you need to know:
What are you doing to tackle obesity?
We have set up the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) to focus on improving the nation's health and tackle preventable conditions such as obesity.
We have introduced a series of measures including:
Restricting the placement of less healthy products in stores and online – for example near cashiers - to reduce the likelihood of impulse purchases.
Introducing calorie labelling on menus in restaurants, cafes and takeaways so people know exactly how many calories are in their orders, helping them to make informed decisions about their choice of food.
The NHS has introduced a soups and shakes diet for people with Type 2 diabetes.
We have announced a £20 million obesity mission to explore new treatments and digital technologies which could support people achieve a healthier weight.
We have invested £320 million a year in school sports to help children and young people have an active start to life.
We also work with the NHS and local authorities to support people living with obesity reach a healthier weight by developing effective preventative care plans for those at high risk of weight gain and diet-related illness. Services range from behavioural weight management programmes to consideration of weight loss drugs and bariatric surgery.
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