Written questions

Employment: Obesity

2026-07-06 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL1774 · Official question

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to assess the impact of obesity treatment on economic inactivity and workforce participation.

Answer

The Government recognises that obesity is associated with significant labour market challenges, including reduced workforce participation and increased sickness absence. The Government remains committed to monitoring emerging evidence to better understand...