The Modern Dispatch

Junk Food

1 article

A child gazes at junk food advertisements on a London bus, highlighting the ethical debate surrounding ad bans and the UK's obesity crisis.
Food & Drink

Junk food ad bans on transit are a flawed ethical fix for a bigger problem.

The United Kingdom’s escalating obesity crisis burdens the nation with a staggering £74 billion annually, a cost that reverberates through public services and individual well-being.

Camila Roque·September 4, 2026