for Ireland

A Healthy Weight for Ireland, Obesity Policy and
Action Plan 2016-2025, is a major milestone
in implementing Healthy Ireland. There is no
single idea or solution to addressing the causes
and problems associated with overweight and
obesity. This Plan proposes a number of different
types of actions, some immediate and some
more long-term and sustainable solutions,
which recognise that behaviour change is
complex, challenging and takes time. These
actions require us to work together and make
a concerted effort to address the challenges of
overweight and obesity.
This Plan is a good example of the partnership
approach needed to make Healthy Ireland a
success where different sectors play key roles in
shaping the obesity prevention environment and
where individuals, families and communities
are empowered to make healthier choices. I
would like to thank everyone who contributed
to the policy and especially the children and
younger people. We owe it to them to reduce the
burden of overweight and obesity in the years to
come.
Marcella Corcoran Kennedy, T.D
Minister of State for Health Promotion
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A Healthy Weight for Ireland: Obesity Policy and Action Plan 2016 - 2025