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Regulate the sale of high sugar, artificially coloured sweets to children

Submitted by Yazmin Kett on Saturday 29th March 2025

Published on Wednesday 30th April 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Thursday 30th October 2025

Signatures: 34

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Tagged with

Access ~ Children ~ Coloured ~ design ~ Drugs ~ Encouraging ~ Ensure ~ Essential ~ Hidden ~ Impulse ~ Liquid ~ Responsible ~ risk ~ Risks ~ Sale ~ Sell ~ Sugar ~ Warning

Petition Action

Regulate the sale of high sugar, artificially coloured sweets to children

Petition Details

We urge the government to regulate high-sugar, artificially coloured liquid and novelty sweets by placing them behind counters. We think these products may contribute to behavioural issues in children and should not be easily accessible. We think clear warning labels must be required.

Additional Information

Some sweets contain excessive sugar and artificial additives linked to mood swings and impulse control issues in children. We think they are designed to be addictive, encouraging overconsumption and poor dietary habits. By regulating these products, we think the government can protect children's health, reduce hidden risks, and ensure responsible selling practices. We think clear warnings and restricted access are essential. We think They are a drug!


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