Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Meanwhile - in Liverpool
Here's one of those things that "sounds" right; however, it's too much government involvement for me.
I'd certainly like to see healthy children, but I think that's a parent's responsibility.
In free enterprise countries, businesses promote their products (think Tony the Tiger, Mr. Peanut, etc.
Just think about the complications. Suppose the toy is a pedometer? Would there be a government agency to judge what toys are acceptable?...
I'd certainly like to see healthy children, but I think that's a parent's responsibility.
In free enterprise countries, businesses promote their products (think Tony the Tiger, Mr. Peanut, etc.
Just think about the complications. Suppose the toy is a pedometer? Would there be a government agency to judge what toys are acceptable?...
In the Liverpool Echo, Nick Coligan reports:
"A UNIQUE by-law could be brought in banning fast food companies from giving away toys with unhealthy meals in Liverpool.
Councillors are ready to act on the findings of an inquiry earlier this year which accused burger giants such as McDonald’s and Burger King of contributing to the city’s child obesity crisis.
Next week they will be asked to back plans for specific Liverpool-wide legislation preventing toys being given away with fatty food such as burgers, chips and chicken nuggets."