The Swiss government wants to ban advertising for overly sweet, fatty and unhealthy products aimed specifically at children under the age of 13.
Federal government wants to keep advertising for unhealthy products away from children
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The Swiss government wants to ban advertising for overly sweet, fatty and unhealthy products aimed specifically at children under the age of 13. Advertising for crisps, chocolate or sweet drinks, for example, is to be kept out of schools. The aim is self-regulation.
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May 26, 2026 - 16:47
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