The proportion of the adult population in the UK classified as obese has soared, according to a report by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The 'Social Trends' report, published revealed that 25% of UK adults were obese in 2008, up from 16% in 1994.

Campaigners have placed the blame on food manufacturers for the rising number of people in the UK who are obese.However, the country's food industry trade body said manufacturers have “shown leadership” on the issue through the devel...