England To Ban Super Sized Chocolate Bars In Hospital Shops- A Move To Stop Spreading Non Communicable Diseases

Super-sized" chocolate bars are to be banished from hospital shops, canteens and vending machines, NHS England says.

Sweets and chocolate sold in hospitals should be 250 calories or under, the head of the body says.

Under the plans, most "grab bags" will be banned - with hospitals given a cash boost for facilitating the change.

The proposals would also see 75% of pre-packed sandwiches coming in at under 400 calories.
Pre-packed savory meals and sandwiches must also contain no more than 5g of saturated fat per 100g.

'Obesity epidemic'

In April, NHS England said it would ban sugary drinks if hospital outlets did not cut down on the number they sell.

Mr Stevens said the NHS was "stepping up" to combat an issue that was causing "an epidemic of obesity, preventable diabetes, tooth decay, heart disease and cancer"."In place of calorie-laden, sugary snacks we want to make healthier food an easy option for hospital staff, patients and visitors."

NHS staff are also being targeted as part of the move to tackle unhealthy eating, including those on overnight shifts.

Public Health England says hospitals have an "important role" in addressing obesity and not just dealing with the consequences.(BBC)

Due To The Low Rain Fall Rising Water Levels Of Three Rivers Receeding

Due to the low rain fall received during last few hours the water levels of Kalu,Gin and Nilwala rivers which were arisen since last Saturday(14) have been receding at present according to the Disaster Management Center.

Although the water levels of these rivers are receding  the flood threat might re appear if the rain fall continues the Center has stated.

Meanwhile the Meteorology Department has stated that the rain fall in several areas of the country will be reduced but strong winds will prevails in sea areas. 

Prime Minister Wikramasinghe Has Said He Is Ready To Appear Before Bonds Commission To Make Any Clarification

Prime Minister Ranil Wikramasinghe has stated that he is ready to appear before the Presidential Commission Of Inquiry conducting inquiry on the controversial Bond scam of Central Bank for any clarification regarding the Bond scam if the Commission wants.

As persons given evidence before the Commission including former Central Bank governor Arjuna Mahendran has mentioned Prime Minister Wikramasinghe's name ,he has no objection what so ever in appearing before the Commission Prime Minister's office has announced.

The good governance government came to power on 08th of January 2015 will be always committed to protect democracy and good governance ,the statement issued by the PM's office by quoting PM has said.

Transport Activities Of Nivithigala-Kalawana Road Has Been Blocked Due To A Landslide

Transport activities have been disrupted in Pinkenda area on Nivithigala-Kalawana road (Ratnapura)due to a landslide occurred on this morning(16) in the area.

Due to the landslide whole road has been blocked since 5 a.m this morning and Police have advised the motorists to use an alternative routes due to this.No casualties have been reported due to the incident.

National Building Research Organization  (NBRO) had issued landslide warnings to six districts including Ratnapura yesterday(15) due to the heavy showers prevailing in.

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MAIN CAST OF

THE FILM-LATE RUKMANI DEVI,STANLEY PERERA,RITA RATNAYAKE,EDDY JAYAMANNE,MABEL BLYTHE

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Two Persons Arrested With A Stock Of Wallapatta At Airport

Airport customs officers have arrested two persons

who attempted to smuggle 15 Kilo grammes of expensive "Wallapatta"(Gyrinops Walla)out of the country at Katunayake ,Bandaranaike International Airport last morning (15).

Along with the stock of Wallapatta,around 158 mobile phones too arrested in possession of the suspects.

The suspects have arrived in the country from Dubai and attempted to smuggle the stock of Wallapatta concealed in a cardboard box out of the country it has been revealed.The value of the stock of wallapatta arrested is around Rs.2.7 million according to the customs officers.

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