The childrens commissioner was on BBC lunchtime news talking about English schools writing to parents of overweight children to let them know that they have a problem.
2007-10-22 01:31:21 · 17 answers · asked by Tequila.... 7 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
Dear Mrs. Chav,
It has come to the attention of the school nurse that Mercedes tracksuit trousers are looking a little on the tight side and her muffin tops are more like yorkshire puddings.
We understand that TK Max will only provide smaller sizes and that as your daughter obviously undertakes no exercise JJB Sports is not a suitable shop for her to frequent, we suggest Aldi has a range of jogging trousers that may be more suitable.
Due to the PC climate we live in we are unable to tell you that your child is fat for fear of being sued for size-ist attitudes.
We there fore reccommend that her intake of McDs, Alcopops and Pizza is strictly monitored for the next few months.
Should the problem perstist we be more than happy to provide any amount of money to throw at this problem in the form of additional benefits.
Yours sincerely
New Labour.
2007-10-22 03:18:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't think just telling parents of overweight children that their child is overweight will really do much to solve the problem. Those people who do not notice that their child's health is in danger because of their weight are not going to take any notice of a letter saying exactly that.
Although I do think child obesity is a problem, I am worried at the moment that children with a weight problem are being demonized and treated as if they are socially unacceptable.
It is this constant focus on weight, diet, food etc in the media. that is complicating things for all of us when it comes to our weight and health. Conflicting messages are there for both adults and children and it seems no matter your body type, young or old, you're imperfect.
Surely the focus should be on improving the general health of our children overall, not just those who are overweight. I work with children and for every overweight child I see an undernourished and underweight one.
2007-10-22 10:12:23 · answer #2 · answered by nic_ess 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think its a great idea, a bit far fetched but great. It started with parents and should be there responsibility. I have three children who are all a good weight, I give them veg and plenty of exercise! I think it would be a safer idea to receive a letter from GP's. I don't think the schools are in there right! It sounds horrible but if we allow our children to become over weight the we rely on NHS and that's tax money that could have been better spent
2007-10-22 08:40:40 · answer #3 · answered by I carried a Water melon!! 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
For the ones that don't know or don't care to know their child is academically doing very poorly, have discipline problems schools may need documentation in case these pieces of cake try to sue school. Some parents think overweight is normal. For majority of parents it would not be needed.
2007-10-22 08:52:05 · answer #4 · answered by Mister2-15-2 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This just takes the biscuit, I wish they would send letters about the little thugs in schools, let the parents know. what makes me laugh is if parents can be held accountable for obese children then they should be held accountable for their actions of crime.
2007-10-22 10:13:53 · answer #5 · answered by looby 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think so. Someone needs to open the eyes of the parents who seem to be in denial about their childrens' obesity. By the time these children reach their teen years, they will be experiencing health problems normally attributed to adults in their 40s+...diabetic, joint pain, high cholesterol and heart problems.
2007-10-22 10:31:35 · answer #6 · answered by kenoplayer 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think it will work. Competent parents don't allow their children to become overweight. The others are just not bothered or are over-indulgent. The over-indulgent ones won't be able to be unkind to their dear little offspring and the ones who don't care, don't care.
The Government should stop wasting our money.
2007-10-22 08:46:56 · answer #7 · answered by resignedtolife 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I've just answered a simialar question in the health section. It's about time something was done to curb this little army of lard ar*es
2007-10-22 08:48:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, they don't need a letter to know their child is overweight (their eyes can tell them that), but it may be the letter that helps motivate them to do something about it.
2007-10-22 08:38:53 · answer #9 · answered by . 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i expect half the parents couldn't or wouldn't read the letter anyway! Truthfully,if all parents had to apply to be a parent like in adoption cases,about 50% would be banned from having kids !
2007-10-22 08:39:51 · answer #10 · answered by thewmcmoppressed 3 · 6⤊ 1⤋