Cook and Eat programme
Bexley Council's Cook and Eat programme relates to recent discussions on tackling obesity by the Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
In June 2026, the Bexley Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed tackling obesity, a significant public health challenge in the borough. A report to the committee revealed that one in four adults and one in five reception-aged children in Bexley are living with obesity.
The Cook and Eat programme, implemented by Bexley Council, aims to promote healthy eating, which aligns with the council's broader efforts to address obesity. No upcoming meetings or discussions specifically concerning the Cook and Eat programme have been announced.
Key facts
- The Bexley Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed tackling obesity on 25 June 2026. Source
- One in four adults in Bexley are living with obesity, as reported to the committee in June 2026. Source
- One in five reception-aged children in Bexley are living with obesity, as reported to the committee in June 2026. Source
- Obesity rates rise to one in three by Year 6 in Bexley, as reported to the committee in June 2026. Source
- The prevalence of overweight and obesity is higher in the most deprived areas of Bexley, according to a report in June 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.