OBESITY AND DIABETES

Early day motion 1212, tabled 15 December 2010 by Keith Vaz (Labour). Signed by 20 members.

That this House notes with concern that the UK is one of the unhealthiest nations in Europe according to the OECD Health at a Glance report; further notes that the UK, with an average of 24.5 per cent. adult obesity, has the highest level of obesity in the EU; recognises that there is a high prevalence of Type 2 diabetes in those overweight or obese and that 2.8 million adults in the UK suffer from diabetes;urges the Government to recognise the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle to prevent the condition; and calls on the Government to provide more information about obesity and its related illnesses such as diabetes.

Signatures by party: Labour 10, Liberal Democrat 7, Conservative 1, DUP 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.