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<p>Addressing obesity remains a priority for the Government and we are taking strong
action to support people, including children and their families, in achieving and
maintaining a healthier weight. This action includes: the introduction of restrictions
on the promotion by location of less healthy products in key selling locations in
store and online; working with the food industry to make further progress on reformulation
and making healthier choices easier; the introduction of out of home calorie labelling
regulations for food sold in large businesses, including restaurants, cafes, and takeaways;
and supporting three million children through the Healthy Food Schemes.</p><p> </p><p>The
Government has taken steps towards providing access to open spaces for communities
including children, this includes putting policies in place to require local authorities
to provide access to open spaces for sport and physical activity, which is important
for the health and well-being of communities. This includes a duty for all local councils
to produce a design code for their local area. Design codes will be prepared locally,
reflect the local context, and be based on effective community involvement. Officials
in the Department are engaging with stakeholders, including those across Government,
on a wide range of issues, to promote healthier places.</p>
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