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By *0shadesOfFilth OP   Man
5 weeks ago

nearby

Wes Streeting the health secretary says new weight-loss jabs could be given to unemployed people to help them get back into work.

The comments were made at the International Investment Summit.

“Illness caused by obesity causes people to take an extra four sick days a year on average, while many others are forced out of work altogether” he said.

Will this be voluntary or compulsory for shirkers and should it be included in the new employment rights bill ?

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By *arakiss12TV/TS
5 weeks ago

Bedford

Sounds like something out of WWII.

Sounds like desperation creeping into Labour's world.

How about we dig up the dead and make them work too instead of lazing around in the grave.

Seriously they are starting to become a comedy of errors.

They seem to think the unemployed can get jobs like at a click of the fingers.

But when it comes to them solving the countries and World problems it's like how many times can we blame the last goverment or this excuse or that excuse.

Inject themselves with some common sense I think.

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By *exy_HornyCouple
5 weeks ago

Leigh

Given the bollocks peddled on social media about the Covid jabs I can see any policy along these lines going down well

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By *eard and TattsCouple
5 weeks ago

Cwmbran

Tories fault (obviously)

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By *ill69888Couple
5 weeks ago

cheltenham

During Covid, they closed down gyms/pools/exercise areas/parks etc yet kept open fast food chains and a massive growth in delivery companies bringing all sorts of shite food to lazy people’s doors.

It’s not difficult to see that actually the government actually like people reliant on the state!

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By *ensherman333Man
5 weeks ago

Newcastle/Durham


"Wes Streeting the health secretary says new weight-loss jabs could be given to unemployed people to help them get back into work.

The comments were made at the International Investment Summit.

“Illness caused by obesity causes people to take an extra four sick days a year on average, while many others are forced out of work altogether” he said.

Will this be voluntary or compulsory for shirkers and should it be included in the new employment rights bill ? "

Give the lazy git 3 month to find a job or no benefits. Bet that would shift the weight off the fat gits.

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By *otMe66Man
5 weeks ago

Terra Firma

Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

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By *idnight RamblerMan
5 weeks ago

Pershore

Should we really be medicating the population to keep them fit and able to work? I'm in a South European country at the moment and it's striking how few obese people there are, especially amongst the young. What is it causing Brits to pile on the pounds? By the way there are plenty of cake shops and fast food outlets here too!

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

"

Sounds familiar but on a far smaller scale

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"Should we really be medicating the population to keep them fit and able to work? I'm in a South European country at the moment and it's striking how few obese people there are, especially amongst the young. What is it causing Brits to pile on the pounds? By the way there are plenty of cake shops and fast food outlets here too!"

Nutritionists often cite the Mediterranean diet as being very advantages. Access to lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish. Comparatively low levels of alcohol consumption (compared to Brits - certainly in terms of binge drinking).

If you have Netflix watch documentary on Blue Zones. Really interesting (focused more on areas with people living to very old age).

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By *idnight RamblerMan
5 weeks ago

Pershore


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

"

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS."

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

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By *estivalMan
5 weeks ago

borehamwood

What happens if people refuse these jabs? Do they have benefits stopped? If so that sounds a lot like forcing people to take medication they don't want to,and if someone does take it and gets some sort of side effect where do they stand legally

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"What happens if people refuse these jabs? Do they have benefits stopped? If so that sounds a lot like forcing people to take medication they don't want to,and if someone does take it and gets some sort of side effect where do they stand legally "

There may be some precedent with the Covid Vaccines. Certainly the pharmaceutical companies were indemnified by Govt in that instance so they may be protected.

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By *idnight RamblerMan
5 weeks ago

Pershore


"What happens if people refuse these jabs? Do they have benefits stopped? If so that sounds a lot like forcing people to take medication they don't want to,and if someone does take it and gets some sort of side effect where do they stand legally "

Also, what happens if (as they will) trial participants get side effects? Then the taxpayer has to fund years of litigation and multi-£ mil. payouts.

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By *0shadesOfFilth OP   Man
5 weeks ago

nearby

Kier Starmer on BBC breakfast:

Q: Do you agree with the health secretary that weight loss drugs could play a big role in addressing worklessness?

Unemployed could be given weight-loss jabs to get back to work, says Wes Streeting

Starmer says he thinks these drugs could make a difference.

Q: What can you tell viewers about how their lives will improve?

Starmer says he wants to ensure investment benefits all parts of the country.

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By *eoBloomsMan
5 weeks ago

Springfield

Why not just give them laxatives ?

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"Why not just give them laxatives ? "

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant

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By *eoBloomsMan
5 weeks ago

Springfield


"Why not just give them laxatives ?

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant "

Don't they say you should poop on the boss's time ?

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By *ortyairCouple
5 weeks ago

Wallasey


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

"

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs x

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By *emma StonesTV/TS
5 weeks ago

Crewe


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs x"

We'll have less of this sensible talk in here young lady

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By *estivalMan
5 weeks ago

borehamwood


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs x"

how would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourself

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By *oxychick35Couple
5 weeks ago

thornaby


"Wes Streeting the health secretary says new weight-loss jabs could be given to unemployed people to help them get back into work.

The comments were made at the International Investment Summit.

“Illness caused by obesity causes people to take an extra four sick days a year on average, while many others are forced out of work altogether” he said.

Will this be voluntary or compulsory for shirkers and should it be included in the new employment rights bill ? "

wasn’t long ago when the government where warning of the dangers of these jabs lol

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By *ortyairCouple
5 weeks ago

Wallasey


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourself"

So same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x

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By *iman2100Man
5 weeks ago

Glasgow


"Wes Streeting the health secretary says new weight-loss jabs could be given to unemployed people to help them get back into work.

The comments were made at the International Investment Summit.

“Illness caused by obesity causes people to take an extra four sick days a year on average, while many others are forced out of work altogether” he said.

Will this be voluntary or compulsory for shirkers and should it be included in the new employment rights bill ?

Give the lazy git 3 month to find a job or no benefits. Bet that would shift the weight off the fat gits. "

Great idea that! Then we could hang draw and quarter them! Except it is hard to find enough horses these days.

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By *iman2100Man
5 weeks ago

Glasgow


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x"

Yes! Smokers, drinkers, dangerous sports, mountain climbing folks, childless couples, the old and infirm, disabled, .... . The list of drains on society is endless. These Fab Fora are a cornucopia if great ideas.

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By *emma StonesTV/TS
5 weeks ago

Crewe


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x

Yes! Smokers, drinkers, dangerous sports, mountain climbing folks, childless couples, the old and infirm, disabled, .... . The list of drains on society is endless. These Fab Fora are a cornucopia if great ideas. "

Then they ban swinging to reduce the cost of sexual health

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By *ortyairCouple
5 weeks ago

Wallasey


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs x

We'll have less of this sensible talk in here young lady"

Ooooh I'm a lady... , Mrs x

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By *iman2100Man
5 weeks ago

Glasgow


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x

Yes! Smokers, drinkers, dangerous sports, mountain climbing folks, childless couples, the old and infirm, disabled, .... . The list of drains on society is endless. These Fab Fora are a cornucopia if great ideas.

Then they ban swinging to reduce the cost of sexual health "

Yes!!! Keep them coming guys! The government is monitoring this.

What about all the money wasted on pets? Horses! We don't need them.

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By *ortyairCouple
5 weeks ago

Wallasey


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs x

We'll have less of this sensible talk in here young ladyOoooh I'm a lady... , Mrs x"

Omg I missed the 'young' bit, I'm a YOUNG lady, I'm so happy 😁😘😁 Mrs x

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By *emma StonesTV/TS
5 weeks ago

Crewe


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x

Yes! Smokers, drinkers, dangerous sports, mountain climbing folks, childless couples, the old and infirm, disabled, .... . The list of drains on society is endless. These Fab Fora are a cornucopia if great ideas.

Then they ban swinging to reduce the cost of sexual health

Yes!!! Keep them coming guys! The government is monitoring this.

What about all the money wasted on pets? Horses! We don't need them. "

Apparently you can get pets from Ubereats.

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By *exy_HornyCouple
5 weeks ago

Leigh

Best way is to give them a ration book not money. So they can only get a healthy balanced diet.

Problem solved.

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By *estivalMan
5 weeks ago

borehamwood


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs x"

why would you be sanctioned for smoking? Someone is on sick benefit because there to fat to work I don't know anyone unable to work because they smoke

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By *ty31Man
5 weeks ago

NW London

Not too sure how effictive this would actually be? Long term weight management relies on making changes to ones lifestyle not just taking tax payer funded "miracle drugs"

As we are constantly told the NHS is broke so not sure how govt expect to fund this?

Finally, obesity preventing people from working is only a tiny fraction of number of unemployed. The major burden is people dropping out of the workforce through choice. Unfortunately we've come to a point where living off benefits has become a lifestyle option. Where there are generations of a family or a community subsisting solely off of benefits it becomes difficult to coax people back into employment and self sufficiency.

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By *eard and TattsCouple
5 weeks ago

Cwmbran

2 stone to flatten the curve

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By *melie LALWoman
5 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs xwhy would you be sanctioned for smoking? Someone is on sick benefit because there to fat to work I don't know anyone unable to work because they smoke"

Look up COPD

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By *ortyairCouple
5 weeks ago

Wallasey


"Lilly invest 270 million into the UK under the heading clinical studies. Labour will then use the Lilly weight loss product on obese out of work people to repay the investment, with the tax payer picking up the tab.

Tax payers out of pocket, and big pharma win lucrative contract.

In that case I suppose the question is whether it's an even higher burden on the taxpayer to have obese people unable to work and requiring a lifetime of treatment for associated ailments on the NHS.

I find it hilarious that teamism is so rife. If this had been proposed two years ago by the Tories certain posters would be lauding the idea and demonising/generalising about obese people and Labour supporters would be condemning it. We now flip 180 LOL

Not sure how I feel about Govt forcing anyone to take any kind of drug.

They are not going to force anyone, surely not.

How would you enforce it?

But I think it's a good idea to tackle obesity, the related costs on the health service is horrendous.

So if that can reduce that then it can't be a bad thing. If this helps some find employment then that would seem to be a bonus.

Mrs xhow would they enforce it, easy if your not working because of obesity take this jab that will help you lose weight otherwise we will sanction you because you are not doing anything to help yourselfSo same with smoking then? If you smoke on benefits you'll be sanctioned then?

Mrs xwhy would you be sanctioned for smoking? Someone is on sick benefit because there to fat to work I don't know anyone unable to work because they smoke"

Smoking is the major reason for a host of health conditions which could prevent people working.

Mrs x

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By *hrill CollinsMan
5 weeks ago

The Outer Rim

surely it's a step up from that old confused fella running for potus right now, wanting to inject everyone with bleach

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By *ostindreamsMan
5 weeks ago

London

LMAO

There is some dystopian novel right there.

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By *hirleyMan
5 weeks ago

somewhere


"Tories fault (obviously) "

Austerity has had a negative impact on general health yes

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By * is the magic number 99Couple
5 weeks ago

St annes


"Why not just give them laxatives ?

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant

Don't they say you should poop on the boss's time ? "

no they say a good worker has 2 shits a day...one before work and one after

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By *eard and TattsCouple
5 weeks ago

Cwmbran


"Why not just give them laxatives ?

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant

Don't they say you should poop on the boss's time ? no they say a good worker has 2 shits a day...one before work and one after "

Who says that? Dictators?

I'll be sure never to shit on the company dime

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By *irldnCouple
5 weeks ago

Brighton


"Why not just give them laxatives ?

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant

Don't they say you should poop on the boss's time ? no they say a good worker has 2 shits a day...one before work and one after "

But based on productivity, British workers don’t give a shit

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By *eoBloomsMan
5 weeks ago

Springfield


"Why not just give them laxatives ?

And then send them into work? Could be a bit unpleasant

Don't they say you should poop on the boss's time ? no they say a good worker has 2 shits a day...one before work and one after

But based on productivity, British workers don’t give a shit "

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By *I TwoCouple
5 weeks ago

PDI 12-26th Nov 24


"Best way is to give them a ration book not money. So they can only get a healthy balanced diet.

Problem solved."

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