A “sweets as treats” culture is contributing to Knowsley’s exceptionally high levels of childhood obesity, according to a senior children’s manager.
The comments were made by the chief executive of Merseyside Youth Association, Gill Bainbridge, at a meeting of Knowsley's children and families board tonight.
On the agenda was Knowsley’s high levels of obesity – with both children and adults experiencing some of the highest levels in the country.
