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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rebecca Whittaker

Experts warn ‘loophole’ means junk food advert ban doesn’t go far enough

Adverts for junk food have been banned in a bid to tackle childhood obesity, but experts say it doesn’t go far enough as a “loophole” allows food companies to "switch tactics”.

The crackdown will mean “less healthy” food and drink that is high in fat, salt and sugar will not appear in adverts on television between 5.30am and 9pm, and online at any time.

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