School junk food ban message board

Published: 4:14PM Monday June 11, 2007

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From July 2008 schools will have to ensure all foods and beverages sold in school tuck shops and vending machines are healthy and nutritious.Schools will also be required to promote healthy food messages in both formal and informal teaching activities.

Is the government taking action on healthy eating too far, or is it a neccessary step to stem the increasing problem of obesity? Have your say on the message board below

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