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Is it ever acceptable to comment on someone's weight?

Is it ever acceptable to comment on someone's weight? UK Mental Health Minister Nadine Dorries sa...

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15.40 29 Jan 2021

Is it ever acceptable to comme...

Is it ever acceptable to comment on someone's weight?

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15.40 29 Jan 2021

Is it ever acceptable to comment on someone's weight? UK Mental Health Minister Nadine Dorries says that ‘obesity’ is an awful word & describing someone as overweight may discourage them from shedding weight. What do you think? Clare hears from listeners

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