Thursday, January 20, 2005 |
17:24 - Eat some chips for freedom
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/news/39884.html
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So how long before they ban eating junk food in public places, indoors, or in sight of young impressionable children?
The European Union has warned the food industry it has a year to stop advertising junk food to children and improve its product labeling, or it may face legislation, the Financial Times reported in its online edition.
Markos Kyprianou, EU health and consumer affairs commissioner, told the newspaper that urgent action was needed to tackle a growing obesity problem in Europe, particularly among the young.
Kyprianou said self-regulation in the food industry was preferred, but he warned that the European commission would legislate if progress proved disappointing.
"The signs from the industry are very encouraging, very positive," Kyprianou said.
"But if this doesn't produce satisfactory results, we will proceed to legislation."
Good thing they won't be around long. Whether because of economic collapse or enraged revolution, though, remains to be seen.
Via Kris, who arrived munching on a bag of Fritos in solidarity with our European brethren so diligently forging their own chains.
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