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The UK’s junk food ad ban: a cautionary tale of delay and dilution
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The UK’s junk food ad ban: a cautionary tale of delay and dilution

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Melissa Dando, sets out why marketing restrictions on junk food are particularly tricky to get over the line despite the benefits to public health and cancer prevention.

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Junk food marketing restrictions come into force
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Junk food marketing restrictions come into force

On 5 Jan 2026, the UK government’s long-awaited junk food advertising restrictions come into force, banning ads for unhealthy food and drink before 9pm on TV and across online platforms.

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Joining the dots: our new Policy blueprint for cancer prevention
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Joining the dots: our new Policy blueprint for cancer prevention

Introducing our Policy blueprint for cancer prevention – a guide to policymaking across 4 key cancer risk factors: healthy diet and weight; breastfeeding, physical activity and alcohol

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Latest news and blogs

Runner to complete World Marathon Majors for cancer prevention research
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Runner to complete World Marathon Majors for cancer prevention research

A runner from New York will take on the TCS London Marathon this April with a goal that extends far beyond the finish line

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Vet turns grief into action with the London Marathon
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Vet turns grief into action with the London Marathon

A veterinarian from New Jersey will travel across the Atlantic Ocean to fundraise for cancer prevention research in her dad’s memory

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From plate to policy: how can we make schools healthier places to grow up?
Schoolgirl being served with healthy lunch in the cafeteria at school - Including people with autism

From plate to policy: how can we make schools healthier places to grow up?

Senior Policy Research Manager, Dr Chloe Clifford Astbury, looks at how we can use policy to improve food in and around the places where children spend much of their time.

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More vegan recipes

Courgette baba ganoush
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Courgette baba ganoush

This popular dip goes well with nachos at a party

1 ratings
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Black bean falafel
A pitta sandwich filled with falafel balls, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cucumber slices sits on a wooden board. A bowl of extra diced tomatoes is in the background.

Black bean falafel

A healthy vegan lunch inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine

4 ratings
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Strawberry granita
A glass dessert dish filled with red berry granita, garnished with fresh raspberries, blackberries, and a sprig of mint, sits on a striped cloth beside a small spoon. Another serving is visible in the background.

Strawberry granita

Cool off with this elegant lighter alternative to ice cream

2 ratings
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