19 Mar 2024

Dentists continue to campaign for ban on sugary drinks in schools

From Midday Report, 12:46 pm on 19 March 2024

Dentists are continuing to campaign for a ban on sugary drinks in schools after the previous government left them hanging.

The Labour Government considered a ban but deferred it until after the election.

The Dental Association, now wants the new ministers to put the ban in place for all intermediate and secondary schools.

Dental Association president Amanda Johnston spoke to Charlotte Cook.