World Obesity Day Parliamentary Drop In

On the 4th of March 2025, on World Obesity Day and to celebrate the launch of the APPG’s new weight management website, the Obesity APPG held a parliamentary drop-in at Portcullis House, in the Houses of Parliament. The event was a valuable opportunity to engage directly with parliamentarians, showcase the new website, and raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities within obesity and weight management services. We were pleased to welcome four new members to the Obesity APPG on the day, further strengthening our collective voice. The event was well-attended and marked by productive conversations, with members of the Strategic Council on hand to share insights and discuss the importance of evidence-led, equitable solutions to address obesity across the UK.

The drop in event provided real momentum for the group which has allowed us to expand our parliamentary network and deepen engagement with key stakeholders. It served as a springboard for future collaboration, enabling us to build stronger relationships with MPs and peers who are passionate about improving access to effective, equitable weight management services. The positive response to the website and the conversations on the day reflected a growing appetite in Parliament to take meaningful action on obesity and support systemic change.