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CigarettesA thin tube of paper containing tobacco, which is then smoked. in pub gardens. KFCAn American fast food restaurant chain that used to be called Kentucky Fried Chicken. It is the world's second-largest restaurant chain after McDonald's. adverts on daytime TV. Energy drinks for 15-year-olds. All might soon be banned in Britain.

These are proposalsSuggestions for action. from the new LabourBritain's main left-of-centre political party. governmentThe group of people who govern - or lead - the country.. As the prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, explained, "we have got to take action" to reduce pressure on the NHSThe National Health Service, the publicly funded healthcare system in the UK. The NHS was founded in 1948..

Critics say Labour is brining in a "nanny state". This term describes an overprotective government trying to control people's lives.

They think the new rules will limit people's personal freedom. Everyone should be free to take part in unhealthy activities, they say, as long as they do not put others in danger.

But others think the "nanny state" is a good thing. Banning fatty and sugary foods at supermarket checkouts could help the poorest people in Britain, they argue, as children in povertyThe state of being very poor. are more likely to be overweightAdults with a body mass index (BMI) of between 25 and 29.9 are considered to be overweight. .

When rules on wearing seatbelts first came in, some argued it went against their freedoms. But now almost everyone accepts the rules are there to help people.

Is Britain no longer a free country?

Yes! People should be free to drink, smoke and eat unhealthy foods - even if it is not good for them. It is a matter of personal choice.

No! People often complain when new rules come in - but after a time they become normal and everyone agrees with them. We need sensible rules to keep children safe.